Is one of Europe’s best defenders set to join Chelsea?

Is one of Europe’s best defenders set to join Chelsea? According to TransferMarketWeb, Chelsea are interested in signing Leonardo Bonucci from AC Milan in the January transfer window.

The Blues will try and take advantage of Milan’s poor start to the season and strike a deal for the Italian in the upcoming months, says the website specialising in European transfers.

Bonucci shocked the footballing world when he left Juventus for the San Siro in the summer, but with the Rossoneri languishing in mid-table and a Champions League place already looking beyond them, he could look for an early exit.

Stamford Bridge would be the ideal location for the 30 year-old. Antonio Conte knows Bonucci well, the pair won three Serie A titles together at Juventus and also linked up with the Italian national team.

Last week, Bonucci revealed in an interview that the Chelsea boss is the best he has ever worked with. “I have been coached by some great coaches, each one of them has given me something but the best one and the manager that has given me the most is Conte.” he said.

The Blues reportedly tried to sign him in the summer, but owner Roman Abramovich wanted a younger option and they opted for Antonio Rudiger from Roma instead.

However, having started the season in an out of sorts fashion – particularly in defence – Conte’s insistence and the player’s willingness could accelerate a potential deal for Bonucci.

Chelsea have the money and if their situation doesn’t improve, Milan may be forced to sell. Watch this space.

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