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Chelsea renew interest in Declan Rice and could 'use Tammy Abraham as a makeweight in a potential deal' for West Ham midfielder as Thomas Tuchel recommends the Blues sign £90m-rated star

Chelsea have reportedly renewed their pursuit of West Ham star Declan Rice - and could use Tammy Abraham as a makeweight in a deal to sign the midfielder.

Rice, who was released by Chelsea's academy at the age of 14, is one of the most coveted young players in Europe after superb recent form for the Hammers and England.

And according to the Telegraph, the Blues are ready to commit to the chase for his signature again - after making him a top priority last summer - and potentially use out-of-favour striker Abraham to facilitate a player- or players-plus-cash deal.