Chelsea stars 'want club to sign Richarlison' as replacement for Romelu Lukaku

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Chelsea stars are reportedly keen for the club to sign Richarlison as a replacement for Romelu Lukaku.The Blues are a striker short after agreeing Lukaku's exit on loan to Inter Milan for next season.

And according to The Sun, Everton forward Richarlison is the man being favoured by the rest of the squad to plug that gap.It's claimed the Brazil international's fiery play style makes him an attractive option in the eyes of some players.

He has earned a reputation for his gamesmanship and never say die attitude, which helped in Everton's battle to avoid the drop last season.READ MORE: Delighted Romelu Lukaku 'reduced to tears' at leaving Chelsea for Inter Milan loanHe registered 11 goals and five assists in all competitions, but it’s his 'devilish personality' which is helping his case among the Chelsea camp.

One of those strikes came against them in a 1-0 win at Goodison Park, after which he threw a smoke bomb into the crowd and earned himself an FA charge.Richarlison is said to have made it clear to Toffees boss and Chelsea legend Frank Lampard that he wants to leave this summer, with two years left on his contract, and a £50million price tag has been set.