Chelsea are eager to sell Hakim Ziyech to AS Roma ahead of any Premier League rival.

Ziyech, who enjoyed a fruitful World Cup in Qatar, has attracted interest from numerous top flight clubs across Europe, including the Serie A giants.

The 29-year-old's frustrating two-and-a-half year spell at Stamford Bridge is expected to come an end by the close of the January transfer window next Tuesday, and he is eager to move to Italy for a fresh start.

The Sun says Roma are currently looking to sell highly-rated youngster Nicolo Zaniolo in order to raise the £25million to sign Ziyech.

It is believed the Blues are happy to wait for Roma to find the sufficient funds, keen not to offload the Moroccan to another top flight club in England.

Tottenham and Newcastle have each been linked with the attacking midfielder, but the Premier League sides will have to offer substantial transfer fees to beat Roma to his signature.