Italy national team manager Roberto Mancini has warned Cagliari's Nicolo Barella to be careful when choosing his transfer destination amid persistent links to Premier League giants Chelsea.
The rising star is one of Serie A's hottest prospects, and the Blues reportedly see him as the perfect replacement for Cesc Fabregas. Per Gazzetta dello Sport (h/t Goal's Chris Burton) Mancini praised the youngster but also pointed to the fact that he needs consistent playing time to continue his development:
"He has technique, quality, rarely loses the ball, is good in the air despite not being tall, never gives up and tends to push forward, but needs to also score a few more goals.