Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi has fuelled speculation that Moises Caicedo could leave the club this summer after being linked with Arsenal and Chelsea. The Ecuadorian midfielder penned a new long-term contract at the Amex Stadium just days after the January transfer window had closed.
The Gunners had two bids for Caicedo rejected by the Seagulls whilse the Blues had a verbal offer of £55million rebuffed. Chelsea have cooled their interest in Caicedo's team-mate, Alexis Mac Allister, with Liverpool leading the race to sign the Argentine playmaker, football.london understands.
Incoming Blues' boss Mauricio Pochettino is said to be targeting a new goalkeeper, midfielder and striker ahead of next season as he looks to rebuild the west London outfit. Mikel Arteta wants to bolster his midfield options this summer and it remains to be seen whether Arsenal reignite their interest in Caicedo.
