Tottenham are set to turn their attentions to Antonio Rudiger as their move for Milan Skriniar stalls.
Rudiger, Sportsmail understands, is emerging as a serious alternative to Inter Milan defender Skriniar as Jose Mourinho looks to bolster his options in central defence.
Historically Chelsea have shown a reluctance to sell players to their direct Premier League rivals - but there is a sense the Stamford Bridge would consider allowing Rudiger leave for their arch rivals provided the deal suited them.
Rudiger's days under Chelsea boss Frank Lampard are numbered after being frozen out during the start of the season.