A striker of any kind is thought to be the most important addition in the eyes of owner Roman Abramovich.

The Russian is reportedly keen on luring former Blues forward Romelu Lukaku back to the Bridge, with the Belgian currently plying his trade for Serie A champions Inter Milan.

The Italian outfit are in a particularly dire financial situation, though the sale of Achraf Hakimi is likely to have eased their economic burden, ensuring they aren’t forced to sell Lukaku.

This has inevitably put Haaland back into the forefront of the minds of the Chelsea hierarchy, who are thought to be quietly confident that a deal can be done for the 20-year-old.

Chelsea are pushing to get the move completed this summer, despite knowing should they wait a year, Haaland’s release clause of £64m becomes active

This will undoubtedly spark a transfer frenzy the likes of which European football has never seen, so Tuchel and co. may deem it worth their while to secure Haaland’s signature now.

The same report from 90min claims that the Blues have already held talks with ‘super-agent’ Mino Raiola, who counts Haaland as another of his star-studded list of clients.

Though Chelsea have made attempts to drive the figure down to £135m, they are ultimately not opposed to stumping up £150m if that is what it will take.