Chelsea are reportedly preparing a British record £130m offer for Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior.
The Brazilian striker is rumored to be unsettled in Spain, and new Blues head coach Liam Rosenior has reportedly identified him as the "statement signing" needed to propel Chelsea back into the Champions League qualification spots.
While Real Madrid would be loath to lose their talisman, the lack of a contract extension has opened the door for BlueCo to flex their financial muscle.
If successful, the move would eclipse the £115m paid for Moises Caicedo in 2023.