Incoming Chelsea boss wants the Argentinian as his first buy
Italy manager Antonio Conte is targeting Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain as his main priority when he takes charge in the summer.
The 46-year-old is expected to be announced as Jose Mourinho’s permanent successor within the next two weeks.
Guus Hiddink took over as interim manager in December as has turned the club’s fortunes around but are likely to miss out on Champions League football.
Hot property
The former Real Madrid striker is one of honest properties in European football at the moment as he’s notched up 26 goals in 30 league games.
According to reports in Italy, Conte believes £48million could bring him to Stamford Bridge with the forward looking to leave Serie A.
Written by Tom Sutton – T0MSUTT0N
