The Brazilian midfielder has emerged as a target for Manchester United, which see him as a natural successor for the departing Casemiro.
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And NT Vascainos is reporting Chelsea do not deem Santos as untouchable ahead of the summer market.
A figure of €40m has been mentioned as being enough to convince the Blues to sell the former Vasco da Gama prospect. Indeed, Vasco would be due a 2.5 per cent cut for any sell-on fee.
Meanwhile, United are encouraged by Chelsea's stand and are expected to move for the 21 year-old closer to the end of the season. However, they won't get a clear run with Juventus also keen on Santos.