Chelsea boss Frank Lampard will be on the lookout for a new striker when the transfer window reopens, and the departure of Olivier Giroud could help him free up some funds.
The former England midfielder was notably disappointed after the Blues failed to bring in any new players during the January transfer window despite their ban ending early.
Had they been able to sign a forward then the likelihood is that Giroud would have left as Inter Milan considered a move for the World Cup winner.
Antonio Conte’s side are likely to contact the former Arsenal man as he sets his sights on a Premier League exit having made only nine appearances in the league so far this season.
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