CHELSEA are considering a move for Borussia Monchengladbach striker Marcus Thuram, according to reports.
The 25-year-old played for France at the World Cup and featured as a substitute in the final.
He has also caught the eye of Chelsea with his performances for Gladbach this season, scoring ten goals in 15 Bundesliga games.
And the Blues could land the striker for as little as £9million, according to transfer guru Christian Falk via Caught Offside.
Thuram has just six months remaining on his contract and Gladbach are reportedly looking to cash in while they still can.
Chelsea are yet to submit an offer for Thuram but Graham Potter could be keen with new loan signing Joao Felix suspended for three games.
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Manchester United have also been keeping tabs on Thuram with a view to snapping him up on a free transfer in the summer.
He is free to talk hold talks with foreign clubs as he has less than six months remaining on his current deal.
Thuram, who can play up front or out wide, has also attracted the attention of Newcastle, Arsenal, Liverpool and Tottenham.
Chelsea are also looking to strengthen their defence with a move for Inter Milan defender Milan Skriniar.
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They were linked with the centre-back last summer and could battle Spurs for his signature.
Alternatively, the Blues could make a £9m move for Real Madrid defender Rafa Marin.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
