Chelsea and Manchester United both reportedly sent scouts to watch Cagliari midfielder Nicolo Barella in action against Sampdoria on Wednesday.
According to the Corriere dello Sport (h/t Tom Coast at Sport Witness), representatives from both clubs saw the 21-year-old play all 90 minutes in a goalless draw at the Sardegna Arena.
Jose Mourinho's side have been linked with the youngster previously. He is expected to cost around €50 million (£44.5 million), per Coast.
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