Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is on the hunt for a left-footed central defender to strengthen his options at the back. Gabriel fits the bill after rising to prominence at Lille having joined the club from Brazilian minnows Avai FC in 2017. According to ESPN, all parties are optimistic an agreement can be reached for Magalhaes to join Chelsea. Lille, however, are hoping Arsenal and Everton could firm up their interest to help spark a bidding war and jack up his transfer price. KEY STORY: Man Utd captain Harry Maguire in classy gesture to help pensioners amid coronavirus crisis

Source: Express April 10, 2020 18:56 UTC