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Chelsea line up shock move to beat Arsenal to unsettled France midfielder in January
CHELSEA are keeping tabs on Giannelli Imbula, according to reports in France.
Giannelli Imbula is on Chelsea's radar
The midfielder joined Porto from Marseille this summer for just under £15million but has reportedly struggled to settle in Portugal.
The 23-year-old helped Porto beat the Blues on Tuesday night's Champions League tie.
But according to L'Equipe Chelsea are in contact with his agent and are weighing up a move.
Giannelli Imbula helped Porto beat the Blues on Tuesday
Chelsea wanted Imbula in the summer, as did Arsenal and Tottenham, but Jose Mourinho's spending was capped.
Mourinho wanted a central defender, midfielder and a striker, but was frustrated in his moves for John Stones.
Chelsea's season is in turmoil after four defeats. They sit 14th after seven games with eight points.
The Blues face Southampton at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
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