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Chelsea remain in contact with Bosman prospect Dries Mertens

Chelsea remain in contact with Napoli striker Dries Mertens.

The Belgium international, 32, turned down a move to Chelsea last month - but is still on the Blues radar, says Corriere dello Sport.

Mertens comes off contract in June and has been offered new terms by Napoli.

However, a move away is also under consideration - though he is insisting he will only leave for a title challenging team.

If Chelsea can convince Mertens of their ambitions, a move to London will be seriously considered closer to June.

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