Lavia joined the Blues from Southampton with a big reputation last year, but he has yet to find his feet amid injuries and competition for places.

The Belgian made just one appearance last term after two long-term injuries and he has played only three games in the current season so far.

Lavia is far from a guaranteed starter at the present point. Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez are the first-choice picks for manager Enzo Maresca .

Tuttomercatoweb now claim that the Blues had scouts in attendance to watch Hellas Verona midfielder Reda Belahyane in action in Serie A.

The Blues have been impressed by the 20-year-old's displays and he could be seen as a replacement for Lavia, who could be sold pretty soon.

The news will come as a huge surprise for many Chelsea fans, considering Lavia has immense potential in him despite his frequent injuries.

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