Conte to pursue new defensive target for Chelsea?

Chelsea are in hot pursuit of Zenit defender Ezequiel Garay, according to Sky Sports Italia journalist Gianluca Di Marzio.

The Argentina international has established himself as a regular for the Russian giants, after impressing following his arrival from Benfica in 2014.

It is believed that Zenit would accept a bid of around £15m for the defender, which would be a signficantly cheaper option than Leonardo Bonucci, who would cost the Blues around £50m.

However, Conte is likely to face competition for Garay's signature, with Inter Milan and Premier League rivals Manchester United supposedly interested in the 29-year-old as well.