Gonzalo Higuain has requested a transfer to Chelsea.

Sportmediaset says the striker has asked Juventus for permission to make the move to Stamford Bridge.

The Argentinian striker has flattered to deceive on loan at AC Milan, where he has scored just five Serie A goals in 14 games.

The 31-year-old is desperate to reunite with former boss Maurizio Sarri.

Higuain banged in 38 goals in 42 matches under the tutelage of Sarri in their only season together at Napoli, before he jumped ship to sign for the Old Lady.

And the Italian news outlet also claims that Juve have given the World Cup runner-up the green light for the deal to go ahead.