Chelsea have reportedly identified Juventus forward Paulo Dybala as a potential summer transfer target.

While Chelsea are currently unable to make any changes to their squad due to government-imposed sanctions, the situation is expected to be resolved by May, providing that the club's takeover goes through as planned.

As it stands, defensive areas are likely to be more of a priority for head coach Thomas Tuchel, but it appears that the Blues are also interested in strengthening in the final third.

According to 90 min, the Premier League giants plan to make a formal approach for Dybala once a new owner has been confirmed.

The Argentina international is expected to become a free agent with Juventus currently not interested in meeting the playmaker's wage demands.

Chelsea, who have allegedly already made contact with the 28-year-old's representatives, will find strong competition in the race for Dybala's signature, with Manchester United, Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan having also been linked with the player.