Juventus plot Fernando Torres swoop?

Chelsea could lose Spanish striker Fernando Torres at the end of the season as Juventus reportedly ponder a move for the frontman.

The Italian giants' general director Giuseppe Marotta is believed to be interested in capturing the 28-year-old on an initial loan deal with a view to a permanent transfer, according to Goal.com.

The former Liverpool forward has had a difficult start to his career at Stamford Bridge and rumours of a possible exit circulated during the January transfer window.

Torres finally ended his 25-hour goal drought in Chelsea's 5-2 win over Leicester City in the FA Cup quarter-final at the weekend, which could spark a run of form for the Spaniard.

Reports have suggested that the Blues will be unwilling to hatch out a deal with the Serie A side if Torres finishes the season in blistering form.