Chelsea Transfer News: Antonio Candreva's Agent Responds to Rumours

The agent of Inter Milan winger Antonio Candreva has said a move to Chelsea could happen for the Italy international, although the player himself highlighted he's yet to hear from the Blues.

As reported by FCInter1908 (h/t Daily Express' James Cambridge), Candreva has emerged as a target for the Premier League champions, as they continue their search for wide help. Federico Pastorello, his representative, refused to close the book on a move when pressed.  

"Antonio is very calm at the moment and is only thinking about Inter. He's happy with the arrival of [Luciano] Spalletti as the new coach," he said. "I would say it's 80 percent that he stays at Inter but Chelsea? You cannot exclude anything at the moment."

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Candreva pledged his allegiance to the Nerrazzuri without ruling a transfer out completely:

"I'm proud to wear this shirt. I've bought into an important project here and I'm happy to be here. This shirt has an important history which I honour every time I wear it. The links with Chelsea are nice, but there's been absolutely nothing to date. The club will take care of any bids that may come in."

The 30-year-old has emerged as something of a shock target following Manchester City's move for reported Blues target Danilo. With the market for versatile wide men who can play as both a winger or full-back drying up, the former Lazio man seems to be next in line.

Candreva was a terror for Inter down the right wing last season. He bagged six goals in Serie A and added 10 assists. He's not a world-class option by any means, but he has bags of experience in multiple formations and could be a superb depth option for Chelsea.

He seems certain to stay in Italy, however, with Inter unlikely to sell their speedy winger just one season after bringing him in from Lazio.