Chelsea are pondering a big-money move for FC Porto starlet Rúben Neves after the midfielder player a key role in the Portuguese side’s 2-1 win over the Blues in midweek.
Neves provided the assist for Maicon’s winner in the Champions League victory over the Blues, meaning Porto have taken four points from a possible six in the opening two matches of the competition this season.
The 18-year-old is a long standing target for Chelsea, with Barcelona and Real Madrid both credited with an interest in the teenager.
The Blues were supposedly put off by Neves’ release clause - believed to be £29m - but are now supposedly willing to meet that fee after a hugely effective showing on Tuesday night, according to the London Evening Standard.
Any move would likely go through next summer, with Chelsea reportedly admitting defeat in their quest to sign Paul Pogba.
Neves has been crucial for Porto in their opening two Champions League games this season having gained a WhoScored rating of 7.43, the fifth best of all players for the club.
For more stats on Ruben Neves, click here to view his WhoScored player page
