Chelsea have approached Lyon to sign France U21 winger Bradley Barcola after a deal to sign Crystal Palace forward Michael Olise collapsed.
According to journalist Fabrice Hawkins, Chelsea have intensified their pursuit of the 20-year-old, who is also a target for Paris Saint Germain (PSG).
Barcola made 35 appearances in all competitions for Lyon last season, scoring seven goals and providing 10 assists.
Lyon reportedly wants €50 million for the forward and earlier rejected an offer of €35 million from PSG.
The Blues and Olise had previously agreed on personal terms and were set to activate his release clause. However, the player then signed a four-year contract extension with Crystal Palace.
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