Chelsea 'make contact over Eduardo Camavinga deal'

Chelsea have reportedly joined the race to sign Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga during the summer transfer window.

With just a year remaining on his contract, the 18-year-old will be allowed to depart the Ligue 1 outfit over the coming weeks.

While Manchester United have been heavily linked with a move for the Frenchman, Rennes are said to have dismissed suggestions that their most prized asset will move to Old Trafford for a cut-price fee.

According to Le Parisien, Chelsea will provide competition in the race for Camavinga's signature having already made direct contact with his club.

Billy Gilmour has linked up with Norwich City on a season-long loan deal, freeing up space for a new midfielder to join Thomas Tuchel's squad.

Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid are also monitoring the situation as they look to freshen up their options in the centre of the pitch.