Rumour Reel: Thiago Silva to Chelsea, while Guardiola goes for Kieran Tierney

Coral’s rumour reel

Antonio Conte’s recent defensive woes have been well publicised, and it appears the he has wasted no time in looking for reinforcements, with Thiago Silva to Chelsea linked in today’s back pages.

The Stamford Bridge side have already been linked with a move for Juventus centre back Leonardo Bonucci this week. But now a new target is being teased in the tabloids…

Thiago Silva to Chelsea

Conte moved for David Luiz and Marcos Alonso in the summer, but both have failed to make any real impact.

Luiz is typically inconsistent, while John Terry is ageing and Gary Cahill continues his torrid form. Therefore the need for a defensive rock is paramount.

Silva became the most expensive defender in history with his move from AC Milan to PSG in 2012, before Luiz became the priciest property, but the French club are yet to open negotiations over a new contract.

His current deal expires this summer, meaning the defender can begin talking to potential clubs in January, with which Chelsea appearing to be one.

Silva’s agent also recently added fuel to the fire by saying: “Chelsea are a big club, and the English league is the best in the world.”

Guardiola goes for Kieran Tierney?

Manchester City’s new boss Pep Guardiola was reportedly impressed by Kieran Tierney’s display against City in the Champions League. So, the Catalan coach is now reportedly keeping close tabs on the Scottish 19-year-old.