Manuel Neuer is reluctant to leave Bayern Munich.
Neuer, 34, is out of contract next summer and has yet to extend his deal, giving Chelsea hope of replacing Kepa Arrizabalaga.
The Blues are keen to replace the Spaniard after an underwhelming season but Neuer has no plans on leaving the Allianz Arena.
The German stopper, who joined from Schalke in 2011, has seven Bundesliga titles and a Champions League winners medal to his name.
Goal reports Neuer does not want to play abroad, leaving Chelsea having to look elsewhere in their search for a new keeper.