Chelsea in Transfer Talks to Sign Hazard and Watford Striker Richarlison

Chelsea have begun talks to sign Richarlison from Watford, according to reports. The 20-year-old joined the Premier League in an £11.2 million deal from Fluminense last summer and has made an immediate impact in his debut season. So far this term, the Brazilian has scored five goals and registered four assists in 23 Premier League appearances.

And now Chelsea are looking to bring Richarlison to Stamford Bridge, although a move will not happen this month. According to Goal, the Premier League champions have already held talks with the winger’s agent Giuliano Bertolucci about a potential deal this summer.

Chelsea could also have an advantage in the race to sign Richarlison as Bertolucci has helped the club with several transfers involving Brazilian players, including Willian, Oscar and David Luiz on two occasions. The report also claims that Chelsea are keeping tabs on Thorgan Hazard.

The 24-year-old, who is the younger brother of Eden, was permanently sold by Chelsea to Borussia Monchengladbach for £6m in 2015. But the Belgian has alerted Chelsea following an impressive season in which he has scored six Bundesliga goals so far

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