Gvardiol is viewed as a good possibility to replace Rudiger as well as to play on the left side of a back four, according to Goal.
Gvardiol is seen a better choice to replace Rudiger and play on the left side of a back four according to Goal.
West Londoners have eyed the player on a number of occasions, according to the report, although their admiration won't necessarily translate into a deal.
The departure of Rudiger and Christensen has forced Tuchel to delve deeper into the transfer market and the Croatian has been singled out by Chelsea scouts for what appears to be.
Gvardiol, who turned 20 in January, is less than a year on a five-year deal, putting Leipzig in a position to demand much more than the extra €16m they paid for the Dinamo Zagreb prodigy. In his first season in Germany, on 6.
The Croatian No. 2 has made quite an impression, appearing in almost every game in Germany's top flight for Leipzig, who are struggling to finish in the top four.
Although Chelsea's suspension remains in place, there have been discussions behind closed doors as the Blues prepare for their summer plans.
The 20-year-old burst onto the scene for his side and was also called up from the Croatia national team after making his debut against Slovenia in March.
While the suspension is yet to be lifted, the Blues hope a new ownership structure will be put in place before the end of the season, allowing them to add new talent to their roster.
Pau Torres and Jules Kounde have also joined Chelsea's basket, according to Fabrizio Romano, who assures the French defender is the club's top priority.
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