Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumare is on the transfer radar at Chelsea.

Football.London says Chelsea could turn to Soumare next summer, with a move for Declan Rice 'still difficult'.

While the West Ham star will still be a top target i next year's summer window, there is a feeling that any deal could be difficult to complete.

That means alternatives to the England star are being considered, with Soumare a potential option.

The central midfielder was heavily linked with a move to the Premier League, although he ultimately remained with the French club.