Chelsea are counting on Cesc Fabregas to convince Lionel Messi about leaving Barcelona.AS says the Blues are hoping to use the influence of Fabregas to convince Messi that Stamford Bridge is the place for him.

Messi is said to be deeply unhappy at Barcelona and it is being reported in Spain that he has had a huge row with manager Luis Enrique following their 1-0 defeat to Real Sociedad last night.

He is close friends with Fabregas and Jose Mourinho is hoping his £32m summer signing can work some magic off the field.

Cadena Copa report that Messi is 'monumentally angry' with Enrique and Chelsea may pounce if they can convince Messi to force his way out.