Chelsea have been handed a major transfer boost after Sevilla director Monchi revealed there are 'zero contacts' between Sevilla and Barcelona for Jules Kounde.
The La Liga outfit have been aware of the Blues' interest since last summer and wishes to complete a deal that would see the France international make the move to Stamford Bridge ahead of next season. Barcelona emerged as rivals for Kounde's signature in recent weeks, with the Spanish giants reportedly keen to sign the 23-year-old to partner Ronald Araujo.
Kounde would be available for a fee in the region of £60million this summer, with Sevilla in need of funds to overhaul their squad. Monchi revealed that there are no ongoing talks between the club and Barca, admitting that Galatasaray defender Marcao is on the club's list of targets.
