Chelsea are in contact with the minders of Fiorentina winger Federico Bernardeschi.

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is a big fan of the Italy international and has had him scouted extensively this season.

La Repubblica says the Blues are now interfering in Fiorentina contract negotiations with the midfielder.

The Viola have offered Bernardeschi a deal to 2022 worth €2.5 million-a-year.

However, Chelsea have informed his agents that they're willing to grant him a double-your-money €5 million-a-year package - plus bonuses - to make the move to London this summer.