The Chelsea coach has been aware of the Norwegian for some time through his connections in youth football but has been blown away this season
Erling Haaland can handle the intense spotlight on him thanks to his footballing father Alf-Inge Haaland, according to Tore Andre Flo.
The Norwegian teenager has exploded on to the scene this season after scoring eight goals in six Champions League group games for Red Bull Salzburg.
His exploits prompted a January scramble for his services, with Manchester United having been determined to sign the 19-year-old before Haaland plumped for Borussia Dortmund.