The Blues currently have Ben Chilwell and Marc Cucurella as their left-back choices, but the latter is expected to be sold.

Meanwhile, Chilwell has not been fit enough to last for the whole season and the club want a quality competitor in the side.

Metro claim that Kerkez has been identified as the top target for the Blues, but they are expected to face competition from United.

The Cherries have yet to set an asking price, but they are bound to demand around £40m to part ways with the 20-year-old.

United see him as a potential replacement for Tyrell Malacia , who has been absent since the beginning of the season with a knee issue.

Luke Shaw has also had plenty of injury troubles in his career and the hierarchy clearly want a fresh face in the squad next term.

Kerkez has made 21 appearances in the top-flight this season.

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