Chelsea in three-way transfer battle for this impressive La Liga winger

Chelsea to battle Liverpool and Manchester City for Samuel Chukwueze

Chelsea are among three English Premier League clubs interested in signing Samuel Chukwueze in the summer transfer window. (h/t Daily Mail)

The Blues will face stiff competition for the Nigerian winger, who is also attracting interest from Liverpool and Manchester City (h/t Daily Mail).

European champions Liverpool have a long-standing interest in the player and were linked with a £30 million bid in January.

Samuel Chukwueze has scored four goals this season

A versatile attacker, the 20-year-old is adept on either wing and also behind the striker.

Chukwueze has emerged as a regular for Villarreal and has featured in 24 matches for the Yellow Submarines this season. In these matches, he has scored four goals and laid off one assist so far. (h/t Whoscored)

The youngster models his game on Arjen Robben and was part of the Nigerian squad that won the Under-17 World Cup in 2015 where he won the Bronze Boot. (h/t FIFA) The 20-year-old is valued by Villarreal at £60 million.

Chukwueze is likely to play a more central tole at Chelsea when compared to Liverpool or City, given their options.

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The 20-year-old has established himself as a regular in the Nigerian national side as well.

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