Moises Caicedo appears to be a priority target for Chelsea this summer.
The Blues are desperate to bring in midfield reinforcements and they have identified the 21-year-old Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder as a key option.
According to the latest reports from Sky Sports, Chelsea have had a £80 million bid rejected for the Ecuadorian midfielder.
Brighton are demanding a premium for his services and 90 min claims that Chelsea are likely to return with an improved offer to sign the player.
The Blues spent a club-record fee on Enzo Fernandez during the January transfer window, and it is fair to assume that Caicedo is likely to cost a similar amount this summer.
The 21-year-old has already established himself as a reliable performer in the Premier League and he could be a key player for Chelsea in the coming season.
The Brighton midfielder is only 21 and he is likely to improve with coaching and experience. He has the attributes to develop into a world-class performer for the Blues.
Working under a top-class coach like Mauricio Pochettino will only help him develop further and fulfil his world-class potential.
Although he is likely to cost a premium this summer, the 21-year-old has the time and quality to justify the investment in the coming years.
It remains to be seen whether Brighton accept the improved offer from Chelsea when it arrives. Meanwhile, the Blues completed the signing of Rennes midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu yesterday.
