Chelsea winger Pedro is set to leave at the end of the season, with Roma his likely destination, Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has identified a replacement for the Spaniard.
According to RMC, Chelsea have formally expressed an interest in signing Brentford winger Said Benrahma, as a replacement for Pedro.
The Blues have reportedly entered discussions with the winger, who is valued at around £31 million by Brentford.
The Blues are reportedly leading the race to sign the Algerian international ahead of Premier League rivals Arsenal and Leicester.
Meanwhile, Benrahma, has featured in 34 of Brentford’s 37 Championship games this season and has scored 10 times.