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Chelsea are one of the Premier League clubs interested in signing Sunderland midfielder Noah Sadiki according to Sky Sport CH.

With the January window just around the corner transfer rumours are starting to heat up, and as usual Chelsea are always linked with players.

Having had a busy summer the Blues aren’t expected to be busy this winter, but if the right opportunity presents itself, things can change very quickly in football.

Chelsea interested in Sunderland star Noah Sadiki

Chelsea have been linked with Murillo and Mike Maignan, but the chance of either player being signed next month are slim.

However, it appears Chelsea have another player on their radar, and according to Sky Sport CH Sunderland’s Sadiki is of interest.

Sadiki has put in some impressive performances for Sunderland. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

The report states Sadiki is attracting a lot of interest and both Chelsea and Manchester United have decided to step up their pursuit.

Sky Sport CH add Chelsea contacted Sunderland after the game between the two sides in October to enquire about the asking price.

Sadiki joined Sunderland this summer from Belgian side Union Saint-Gilloise and has made 15 appearances for the Black Cats this season.

The 20-year-old has put in a series of impressive performances, and it’s not a surprise to see him attracting attention from some of the biggest sides in the league.

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Part of the reason Chelsea are being linked with midfield players is because of Romeo Lavia’s consistent injury issues.

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The Belgian has made just 30 appearances since joining from Southampton in 2023, and is currently on the sidelines after picking up an injury against Qarabag last month.

Maresca is unsure when Lavia will return to action, and Chelsea could well have a big decision to make in the summer in regards to the midfielder, who’s not been available anywhere near as much as the Blues would have liked.