Report: Southampton forward Graziano Pelle wanted by Chelsea

New Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is reportedly keen to sign Southampton forward Graziano Pelle this summer.

Conte is familiar with Pelle's ability having coached him during Italy's Euro 2016 campaign, which ended at the weekend when they were beaten on penalties by Germany.

According to the London Evening Standard, Conte is considering a move for the 30-year-old, who has one more year remaining on his contract at St Mary's.

The report adds that Southampton, who appointed new head coach Claude Puel last week as Ronald Koeman's successor, are willing to let Pelle leave.

The coastal club have already sold Victor Wanyama and Sadio Mane this summer.