Chelsea Consider Late Move To Sign Napoli Striker, Mertens

Chelsea are considering a late move for Napoli striker, Dries Mertens.

The Italian newspaper reports that the Belgium international is being discussed by Chelsea board as an option to bring in before Friday’s transfer deadline.

Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard recently admitted that the Stamford Bridge club need to a new creative striker following the exit of Eden Hazard to Real Madrid.

“There will be discussions about where we can strengthen. “The transfer window will be a bit fluid. It is quite clear in the summer we lost Eden Hazard who has been a huge part of scoring and creating for us in the last few seasons. We need more competition in those creative areas,” Lampard said.