Aurelien Tchouameni is attracting admirers from across Europe's top-flights but Chelsea are reportedly in pole position to sign the Monaco midfielder.
Tchouameni has been key for the Ligue 1 side, despite their rocky start to the season that sees them sit mid-table.
The youngster has featured in all but one of Monaco's league games this term and his rise has been rewarded with a call-up to the France squad.
The 21-year-old has established himself as a regular for the defending world champions under the guidance of Didier Deschamps.

Chelsea are 'in pole position' to sign midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni (pictured) from Monaco
Real Madrid have show strong interest in the 21-year-old and are said to be keeping tabs on him but they aren't the only top club monitoring the midfielder.