Kaka remains on Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich's shopping list.
The Sunday Mirror says the billionaire has begun a fresh recruitment process that will lead to the dismantling of the Blues's ageing squad.
And Frank Lampard's position is under threat with Chelsea's global scouting network under instructions to find a younger replacement.
Real Madrid star Kaka is on Abramovich's agenda.
The Brazilian could be available from Real at less than half the £58 million they paid AC Milan for him two years ago.
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