Chelsea transfer news: Stefan de Vrij battle with Bayern Munich set to commence as defender tells Lazio he’s leaving
Dutchman makes it clear he won't be signing contract extension and is now set to receive offers from England and Germany
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CHELSEA and Bayern Munich will reportedly battle it out for Stefan de Vrij after the defender told Lazio he wants to leave.
Premier League leaders Chelsea are believed to be in the market for a new centre-back and De Vrij would fit the bill nicely.
The Dutchman is considered to be one of the finest ball-playing defenders in Europe and has been linked with a move to Manchester United in the past.
But Italian newspaper Il Tempo claims Chelsea are leading the race for De Vrij’s signature as Conte plans for the future at Stamford Bridge.
The 24-year-old is out of contract in 18 months and has made it clear to Lazio chiefs he has no intention of signing a new deal.
However, reports add that Bayern are also interested despite arguably boasting the continent’s finest partnership in Jerome Boateng and Mats Hummels.
There’s no indication as to which team De Vrij would prefer.
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But the report adds the winner could simply the side to offer the most money in January.
Lazio may be tempted to cash in mid-way through the Serie A season if the price is right, and Oscar’s move to China could fund a deal in Chelsea’s favour.