Valencia strike-ace David Villa is keen on a move to Chelsea.

The Guardian says Villa's value has been inflated to near £28m by his hat-trick in the 4-1 dismissal of Russia at Euro 2008.

Villa, nonetheless, is prepared to move to London and Valencia are keen to sell. The 26-year-old Spain striker has informed his representatives that he would be happy to play in the Premier League, although he would prefer a transfer to another Spanish club.