According to Sky Sport journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Chelsea are expected to compete to sign Sunderland midfielder Noah Sadiki next year. Sadiki’s performance during Sunderland’s 2-1 win over Chelsea in October alerted the Chelsea hierarchy, who acted immediately after the game by enquiring about his potential price tag. The Club World Cup winners are said to have a very serious level of interest in the midfielder.

According to reports in Belgium, Chelsea are interested in 20-year-old DR Congo international Noah Sadiki, who moved to Sunderland in the summer window for €17 million. The central midfielder has made 15 appearances in the Premier League so far this season, and his contract with the club runs until 2030. His market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €25.00m.