Chelsea are losing their opportunity to sign Atlético Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez this summer.

The Blues are not interested in signing Saúl permanently, perThe Guardian.

Atlético Madrid want a permanent transfer, or a loan with an obligation to buy, Chelsea may not pursue a deal before the window closes on Tuesday night.

The La Liga champions are also scrambling to find a possible replacement for Saul, should he depart.

Such circumstances mean a move appears unlikely, which would make it difficult for Chelsea to bolster their central midfield options.