"I want to play for one of those clubs that can influence your career and your life, where you have to earn the interest of the manager and have a good income.
"I want to improve as a professional and as a person."
Alves almost moved to Stamford Bridge in the summer when Jose Mourinho managed the Premier League side.
However, Chelsea could face competition for the full-back's signature from Tottenham, now managed by Alves' former manager at Sevilla, Juande Ramos, says the Daily Telegraph.