Chelsea Are Interested In Acquiring Barcelona And United States International Defender Sergino Dest

The 21-year-old Barça right-back who has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since March has been identified by Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel as a potential reinforcement amid the Blaugrana’s interest to sign Cesar Azpilicueta on a free transfer.

Xavi Hernandez’s side is keen on bringing in Azpilicueta, but the Blues currently have the option to extend his stay by one more season. However, they would be willing to let him go if Dest arrives to Stamford Bridge.

Barcelona are also eyeing Marcos Alonso as they continue their search for a future replacement for Jordi Alba, and that could see both Alonso and Azpilcueta head to the Camp Nou in a straight swap deal for Dest.

Should a deal fail to be agreed, Chelsea could table a bid for Dest, with a fee in excess of €20 million required to land him.