Chelsea have once again been linked with Benfica star Tomas Araujo but Enzo Maresca's team have also turned their attention to an emerging Ukrainian talent

Chelsea are reportedly setting sights on Benfica’s young center-back Tomas Araujo as a potential transfer for 2025. With a promising start to their Premier League campaign and a respectable defensive record, Chelsea’s solid back line has been a key asset this season.

Chelsea have reportedly ‘made contact’ with Benfica over a possible move for their £83m defender Tomás Araújo in the January transfer window. Araújo has established himself as an important player in the Benfica XI and the Blues are believed to be ‘in love’ with the impressive young centre-back.

Chelsea have shortlisted Benfica defender Tomas Araujo and Bournemouth's Illia Zabarnyi as defensive targets, FootballTransfers has been told. The Blues remain hopeful of bringing more names to their backline for next year and the hierarchy are huge fans of both players.