Newcastle United defender Steven Taylor is wanted by Chelsea boss Phil Scolari.

The People says the Londoners are ready to take advantage of the Newcastle turmoil and make their move in the window - with the bonus that £12millionrated Taylor, 22, has not played in Europe this season.

Chelsea have been keen on Taylor for some time, with former Newcastle coach Steve Clarke - now at West Ham - behind the interest during his time at Stamford Bridge.