Amen Abdennour remains on the radar of Chelsea according to reports.

The Times is of the belief that the Blues are pondering a late transfer window swoop for the Valencia centre-back who has struggled in La Liga since joining from Monaco in the summer.

With news that Gary Cahill is a target for AS Roma, and could consider a winter departure in a bid to receive regular game time, Chelsea are beginning to look for alternatives.

Abdennour could become available having made just 12 league starts this season but only signed a five-year deal with Los Che in August and Gary Neville would not want to part ways unless he has an apt replacement in line.