Chelsea have launched a bumper bid for Palermo striker Paulo Dybala. The London Evening Standard says Dybala's agent claims Chelsea have offered nearly £30million for the forward who has also been a target for Arsenal.

The Palermo star is one of the most coveted players in Europe this summer although his club are looking for £36m to sell him.

Dybala's representative, Gustavo Mascardi, said: "Paris St Germain have already come forward with an offer of about £32.4m and Chelsea had already reached £28.8m.

"We're now at the stage where the price cannot be lower than €50m (£36m). Paulo is in no hurry and will take his decision calmly."