Manchester City have inadvertently handed Chelsea a major boost ahead of the summer transfer window, should the Blues look to offload Romelu Lukaku. Pep Guardiola's side look poised to beat Real Madrid to the signing of Erling Haaland at the end of the season, with a deal 'very imminent' according to Sky Sports Italy journalist Gianluca Di Marzio.
The Spanish giants were reportedly among the select few in the queue to secure the Borussia Dortmund striker's signature in the coming months. However, with the Premier League champions seemingly in poll position, Carlo Ancelotti' side have taken their business elsewhere and launched a backup plan.
Real Madrid are now considering a move for Lukaku, according to Spanish outlet Defensa Central. The 28-year-old faces an uncertain future Stamford Bridge having failed to impress since returning to west London.
