CHELSEA are in talks to sign Germany sensation Armel Bella-Kotchap.
The 18-year-old defender has lit up Bundesliga 2 since signing his first senior contract with VfL Bochum in March last year.
After just eight league appearances this season, the Germany U18 international is now worth £6.5m after several stand-out performances.
And SunSport understands Chelsea are leading the way to sign Bella-Kotchap having already made contact with the player’s representatives ahead of a potential summer switch.
Manchester United, Manchester City, Tottenham, Barcelona and Real Madrid are also keeping tabs on the situation with the Paris-born teenager.
Wolves and Sheffield United are interested as well.
Bella-Kotchap has recently signed a new deal with VfL Bochum until 2024, but the German club are willing to listen to offers for their prized asset.
Chelsea meanwhile have also registered an interest in Turkish goalkeeper Ugurcan Cakir as they continue to make plans to replace Kepa Arrizabalaga.
But they face a battle to keep hold of their own prized asset, with Manchester City eying a move for Scottish wonderkid Billy Gilmour.
The 18-year-old impressed with his poised, all-action performance for the Blues against Liverpool on Tuesday night at Stamford Bridge.
