However, the report revealed that the Blues have also submitted a revised offer for the German starlet with them offering €65 million plus €15 million in add-ons. While that is still well off Leverkusen’s €100 million demand for the 21-year-old, the Guardian has reported that talks between the two sides are still ongoing. The Blues, however, are adamant against paying more than what they’ve offered up-front but are willing to increase the add-ons to help get the deal done.

That is because Frank Lampard is looking at potentially reinforcing his defensive line as well with them targeting Declan Rice and Ben Chillwell this summer. Both players would cost well above the €60 million mark with Leicester City reportedly asking for around €80 million for Chillwell’s signature. But reports have indicated that potential moves for Emerson Palmieri and a few others could free up funds for the Blues.