Chelsea Transfer News: Latest Rumours on Wilfried Zaha and Alex Sandro

Crystal Palace attacker Wilfried Zaha has emerged as a target for Premier League champions Chelseaas manager Antonio Conte considers his winter options.John Crossof theMirrorreported the Blues could launch a transfer move for the winger in January as they seek to improve their squad, with the former Manchester United player on the club's radar. Zaha is also a target for Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, as London's biggest sides line up for his services.The 25-year old suffered a torrid two-year spell at Old Trafford, but he has recaptured his best form since rejoining Palace on a permanent deal in 2015.Per Cross, Spurs were "favourites" to sign the flying Ivory Coast star, but Chelsea could now challenge the north London club's interest. The champions have funds in place to make signings in the winter but might wait until the summer to pursuethe Selhurst Park man.Zaha has continued to be the Eagles' most exciting talent in recent months, despite their continued flirtation with the relegation zone.The player has scored four goals in 12 Premier League appearances this term but surprisingly has no assists as Palace's attacking options struggle.Zaha was disappointing during his limited chances with United, and his lack of defensive awareness saw him constantly overlooked for a starting position.The attacker has matured in recent years, but it is questionable whether he could make the jump to an elite club.Zaha has the flair of a top-class winger, but his overall productivity is short for an individual at the top of the Premier League.In other Blues news, Chelsea are ready to make a fresh approach for Juventus defender Alex Sandro after missing out on his signing last summer.Neil Fisslerof theExpressreported the Italian champions might now be ready to sell the wing-back after failing to tie him to a fresh deal. Conte missed out with a 55 million offer but could now land the target in January.The 24-year-old has lost form this term,registering one goal and four assists in 16 appearances in Serie A and the UEFA Champions League.Sandro is a long-term target for Chelsea, but other sides could challenge for him if he becomes available on the open market.Per Fissler, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and Manchester City continue to track the Brazilian's availability.Sandro would bring competition to Chelsea's left wing, giving Conte a purpose-built player for his favourite formation and tactics.Here is the player in action:The Blues lacked depth as they attempted to defend their Premier League title this season, and that mistake has cost Conte dearly. Manchester City have earned a runaway total at the top of the division, and Chelsea arethird in the table.Sandro has world-class potential, but the main benefit to Chelsea's starting lineup would be felt next season after a settling period in west London.Read more World Football news on BleacherReport.com
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