Real Madrid midfielder Marco Asensio is ready to make the jump to Chelsea.

That's according to intermediaries, where the news via backchannels suggests Asensio will demand a transfer from Real if Eden Hazard arrives from Chelsea.

Diario Gol quotes an agent's source stating if Real sign Hazard then "Asensio will take the No10" at Chelsea.

The exciting Spain international's minders have been scouting properties in London on his behalf over the past month in anticipation of a move to Stamford Bridge. Asensio's priority is to remain in Madrid - but only if he is guaranteed a regular first team start.

And should Real push through with plans to sign Hazard, Asensio is prepared to go to war with Real president Florentino Perez to get a move away this summer - with Chelsea the favoured destination.