Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri is ready to go back to Empoli for a new signing.

Local media sources say Empoli youngster Hamed Junior Traore is interesting Sarri, who is tapping his old network for information on the midfielder.

The 18 year-old is shining for Empoli coach Beppe Iachini and come to the attention of Sarri.

The former Empoli coach is set to call president Fabrizio Corsi about a price for Traore.

The Ivorian was outstanding for Empoli in defeat to Sampdoria last weekend.