Chelsea manager Antonio Conte will target Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci as he attempts to strengthen the Blues' core after an inconsistent start to the campaign.
Jim Sheridan of the Sun reported the former Italy national team coach could swoop for his countryman as Gary Cahill makes way at Stamford Bridge. Conte is said to be "shocked" by the club's defensive performances, forcing him to reignite his chase for the £50 million-rated player.
According to Sheridan, Conte pursued Bonucci in the summer but settled on the signing of ex-Chelsea player David Luiz from Paris Saint-Germain for £32 million.