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Emerson Palmieri could cost Chelsea £20m... so who is the Brazilian left back targeted by Antonio Conte?

Chelsea are desperate to bolster their squad in the January transfer window, and Emerson Palmieri has been identified as a target.

The Blues have already made enquiries about Palmieri, who is valued in the region of £20million by Roma.

Here's a guide to the attacking wing back who could soon by plying his trade at Stamford Bridge.

Emerson Palmieri is a transfer target for Chelsea
Emerson Palmieri is a transfer target for Chelsea in the January transfer window
The Blues have made an early move for Palmieri in the January transfer window

So who is Emerson Palmieri?

Palmieri was born in Brazil and made his debut for Santos, his hometown club, in 2011 at the age of 17.