Reports: Chelsea in talks to sign 2 players wanted by Liverpool

Chelsea are reportedly in talks with Southampton star Romeo Lavia and Celta Vigo ace Gabri Veiga, both players who were on Liverpool’s radar.

The Blues are keen on bolstering their midfield and see the duo as their next targets after Moises Caicedo.

As per a report in the Football Insider, Chelsea are determined to make the most of the summer window and reinforce their midfield. They are in need of signings, with N’Golo Kante moving to Al Ittihad and Mateo Kovacic close to joining Manchester City.

Mason Mount, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Conor Gallagher also have their futures in the balance. The trio could be leaving in the next few weeks with several clubs interested in them.

Lavia was a target for Chelsea last summer too, and they had a deadline day bid rejected by Southampton. However, they are now confident of sealing a deal as the Saints were relegated this season.

Veiga is a target for several clubs, including Arsenal, Barcelona, and Liverpool, while Manchester City were also linked with the Spaniard.