Chelsea are stepping up their pursuit of Montpellier striker Elye Wahi.

The youngster is also a target for Arsenal.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano is reporting an agreement between Chelsea and MHSC is getting closer.

The Blues intend to buy Wahi and loan him to Ligue 1 partners Strasbourg for the new season.

Wahi, 20, struck 19 goals and registered 6 assists in Ligue 1 last season.