The Blues want to bring another centre-back to Stamford Bridge after completing a deal for Maxence Lacroix.

Chelsea are now eyeing Lucumi, who has caught the eye with his performances in Italy.

He won 58 percent of his aerial and 60% of his ground duels last season, earmarking himself as one of the better defenders in Serie A.

Levi Colwill is a world-class prospect but has struggled for consistency due to constant injury setbacks.

Tosin Adarabioyo, Trevoh Chalobah, Benoit Badiashile, Wesley Fofana, and Mamadou Sarr have struggled to fill the void.

Two of those players are halfway out the door, and more are expected to follow suit.

However, they will face competition from Manchester United and Juventus. Both clubs are also showing interest in signing the 'incredible' Lucumi.

Chelsea will be tempted to add more defensive reinforcements, but it might pay them to stick with Jorrel Hato.

The Dutchman was one of the bright spots of last season, especially in the second half when there was not much to cheer.

He can develop into a world-class centre-half and also adds to the left-back options.

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso needs to put faith in Hato to deputise for Colwill if he is sidelined again this term. He can operate in a back three or four.

The 20-year-old is a terrific prospect blessed with speed and a cultured left foot. If he can work out his positioning, the sky is the limit for the former Ajax captain.

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