Chelsea ramps up.The Blues are desperate to bolster their defence with Frank Lampard concerned with his current crop.After missing out last year due to a ban, the Englishman has huge plans for the squad with a number of players linked.
Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner have already been signed while a move for Kai Havertz is in the process. But it is in defence that is most worrying for Chelsea fans.It has been a particularly leaky year at the back for the Blues - who have let in 54 goals in the Premier League, the most in the top 10.
West Ham star Rice, who spent seven years at Chelsea's academy, is Lampard's top target as he looks to return him to his natural centre-back role.But the Hammers are playing hardball and are determined to keep hold.
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