CSKA Moscow are pushing to convince Chelsea midfielder Yossi Benayoun about a move to Russia.
CSKA are aware Benayoun is available from Chelsea and have already failed with two previous offers this summer to the Israeli.
Benayoun would prefer a move to Tottenham, but they must move out players to raise the funds needed to sign him.
Newcastle United, Panathinaikos, Galatasaray and AS Roma are also chasing the midfielder before next week's deadline.
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