Chelsea eye Udinese defender

Chelsea have been linked with a move for Udinese defender Mehdi Benatia.

The 25-year-old, who joined Zebrette from French side Clermont two years ago, is also believed to be of interest to Juventus and Barcelona.

According to talkSPORT, the Blues are ready to tempt Udinese in January with an offer of £10m.

Benatia revealed in February that he would love to play for Manchester United, but signed a new five-year deal with the Serie A outfit in the summer.