Chelsea face competition for departing Roma football chief Walter Sabatini.

Sabatini has announced he will leave his job at the end of the season - with the blessing of Roma president James Pallotta.

He is expected to move to Chelsea, where he will work closely with incoming manager Antonio Conte.

However, Bologna are also keen, with their sports chief Pantaleo Corvino also preparing to leave. They see Sabatini as an ideal replacement.

But local sources insist Chelsea remain favourites for Sabatini's signature.