Report: Chelsea interested in Fiorentina midfielder Milan Badelj

Chelsea have expressed an interest in signing Fiorentina midfielder Milan Badelj, according to reports.

The 27-year-old has made 11 appearances for the Viola in all competitions this season as they currently sit seventh in Serie A.

According to the Gazzetta dello Sport, Fiorentina are looking for just £9m for Badelj to avoid losing him for free in the summer of 2018, when his contract expires.

Tottenham Hotspur, AC Milan and Roma are also said to be interested in the Croatia international.