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River Plate youngster Ian Subiabre is one the radar of some of Europe’s top clubs including Chelsea according to reports.

The Blues have increasingly tapped into the South American market under the Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital ownership and have signed a number of talents from the continent.

Andrey Santos and Estevao Willian are both impressing in the first team now, whilst Kendry Paez has looked good at Strasbourg this season.

River Plate youngster Ian Subiabre on Chelsea radar

Whilst improving the first team is important, and Chelsea will feel they did that over the summer, the Blues are always on the lookout for the stars of the future.

Chelsea are said to have looked at PSG youngster Senny Mayulu, and it appears another South American is back on their radar.

Subiabre has reportedly attracted interest from Chelsea and Barcelona. (Photo by Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images)

The Blues were linked with Subiabre in the summer, but an offer never went in for the 18-year-old, but reports are now suggesting he’s back on their radar.

According to publication Soy del Millo, Subiabre has received calls from Chelsea and Barcelona recently, with the youngster out of contract in December 2026.

The report adds River Plate were confident of securing a contract renewal, and Subiabre is believed to have a €30m release clause, which the Argentine club want to raise to €100m, although his agents would prefer €35-€40m.

Subiabre is a right winger who can play across the frontline and he’s made 19 appearances for River Plate, scoring one goal.

Chelsea continue South American recruitment drive

The Blues have signed young talent from all over the world, but they are particularly active in South America and have really tapped into that market.

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Santos and Estevao are currently part of the first team squad, Paez could have a big role to play in future, whilst Aaron Anselmino has impressed so far on loan at Dortmund.

Moises, Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez and Joao Pedro are established first team stars, and Chelsea are starting to have a real South American feel about them.