Lazio to move for Chelsea's Gael Kakuta?

Lazio will make a move for Chelsea youngster Gael Kakuta for a short-term deal, according to a report.

Radio Mana Mana Sport claims that the Italian club want to sign the winger on loan for the rest of the season and are confident of sealing the deal before Friday's deadline.

The 22-year-old Frenchman will arrive in Rome as a replacement for playmaker Hernanes, who is on the verge of joining Inter Milan.

Kakuta is currently on loan at Dutch club Vitesse.