Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes has hinted that he would be happy to play under Frank Lampard at Chelsea.

Having impressed for the French outfit this season, the centre-back is being linked with a number of Premier League sides, including the Blues.

While addressing speculation regarding his future, the 22-year-old has revealed that he 'admired' the Englishman during his playing days.

Speaking to UOL, Gabriel said: "He was a great player without a doubt. He is one of those players that I admired on the small screen, but we have to be calm with all this.

"It is early and I renewed my contract with Lille until 2023. The focus now is to return to play and end the season at a high level, and qualifying Lille for the 2020-21 Champions League."

Gabriel came up against Chelsea during two Champions League fixtures earlier this season.