Chelsea have been handed a major boost in their quest to land Juventus left back Alex Sandro.
The Brazilian has been on the radar of the Premier League champions since last summer, and a deal worth £70 million was close but ultimately failed to materialise.
However, the Blues have maintained their interest in the defender and they might finally get their man.
According to Daily Star, Sandro has been struggling with a tactical change effected by Max Alegri this season, and Juventus are already planning a swoop for his replacement.
Per the source AS Roma’s Emerson Palmieri has caught the attention of the Old Ladies and they are ready to sign him as Sandro’s replacement.
Sandro’s form this season has been well short of his performance last season that saw the Old Ladies win the Serie A and reached the Champions League final, and that has seen his value drop significantly.
Antonio is reportedly still interested in Sandro however, he does not think the Brazilian is still worth the £70 million he could have been signed for last summer.
Juventus have reportedly also relaxed their stance on his transfer and would be willing to sanction his transfer for £50 million.
