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Chelsea are determined to sign Rayo Vallecano defender Pep Chavarria as a replacement for Marc Cucurella this summer.
The Blues parted ways with Cucurella earlier in the transfer window. The Spaniard moved to Real Madrid in a deal worth £52m.
Chelsea have decided to promote Jorrel Hato as the first-choice left-back next term, but they want an experienced deputy behind him.
Chavarria has been earmarked as the prime target, but the Blues are reluctant to trigger his £21.5 million release clause in one payment.
Instead, they are prepared to negotiate a long-term payment plan, and talks are ongoing with Vallecano to try and find a suitable agreement.
The 28-year-old has already opened the door for a transfer to the Blues. He has reportedly agreed on a four-year contract with a big pay rise.
It appears only a matter of time before the Blues reach an agreement with Vallecano, who are aiming for a financial boost to make signings.
