Chelsea prefer to sign Eric Garcia in January

Chelsea are reportedly keen on landing Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo when the transfer window reopens in the New Year.

Serie A giants AC Milan could make an approach for Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli when the transfer window reopens, according to Caught Offside.

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that the Blues are without Dario Essugo and Romeo Lavia with injuries ahead of the Carabao Cup third round tie against Lincoln City on the road.