Fichajes reports that Xabi Alonso has identified Alavés' Antonio Blanco as an inexpensive midfielder addition for Chelsea this summer.

Chelsea are interested in signing Spanish international Antonio Blanco from Alaves during the summer transfer window. The Premier League club is determined to finalize a deal for the 25-year-old, who could be signed for a fee of €10 million. Blanco is under contract with Alaves until 2027, but the Spanish club is said to be under pressure to sell him this summer.