Chelsea are battling AS Monaco for Santos whizkid Deivid Washington.

The teen is keen on a move to Chelsea, where he would be immediately loaned out to French partners Strasbourg.

However, Santos are happier with Monaco's initial offer and favour selling to the Ligue 1 club.

The Sun says Chelsea are hoping to sign Washington for €20m.

Blues defender Thiago Silva has been in contact with the striker to pitch the club to him. However, Monaco also have local roots with their Brazilian sporting director Thiago Scuro driving negotiations.