Chelsea’s bid to bolster their squad before the end of the January transfer window has been dented by rival Premier League interest in key transfer targets Jérémy Jacquet and Douglas Luiz, reports have revealed.
The Blues made the decision to accelerate their recruitment plans earlier this month and have been locked in a lengthy battle of negotiations with Rennes over centre back Jacquet, who is expected to cost close to €70 million (£60.8 million, $83.1 million) if a deal can be agreed.
