Chelsea are reportedly on the verge of signing former AC Milan goalkeeper Marco Amelia to a short-term deal.

The Blues are looking to sign an experienced shot-stopper as cover for injured number one Thibaut Courtois, who suffered a meniscus tear in his right knee that will keep him sidelined until December.

Asmir Begovic is the only healthy senior goalkeeper left at Jose Mourinho's disposal, with 21-year-old Jamal Blackman his current backup.

The Guardian is reporting is reporting 33-year-old Amelia is Chelsea's primary target to fill the void left by Courtois' injury after spending the past week on trial at Stamford Bridge.

Amelia made 41 appearances for Milan during a four-year stint with the Serie A giants.