The race for CSKA Moscow striker Fedor Chalov is heating up ahead of the winter market.

Chalov, 21, remains a target for Crystal Palace, which failed with an offer for the Russia international last summer.

However, Chelsea have also made enquiries in the past week on the recommendation of the club's owner Roman Abramovich.

But a move to England may not happen, with Chalov now attracting LaLiga interest.

Estadio Deportivo says Sevilla sports chief Monchi is also having Chalov watched amid claims CSKA would be willing to sell for €15m.

Chalov is tied to CSKA until 2022.