Reports have claimed that Chelsea could make a big step today towards bringing in yet another new defender this summer.
The Blues are set to be busy in this transfer window as they look to give adequate backing to yet another new manager at Stamford Bridge.
Enzo Maresca was the candidate who took over from Mauricio Pochettino after just one season at the club, and the long contract the Italian has been handed suggests there is real belief that he can be the man to take them into the future.
The efforts to back him have already been seen by the acquisition of Tosin Adarabioyo on a free transfer. It has already been claimed the former Fulham man is excited to work with Maresca going forwards.
Reports have claimed that the Blues could be closing in on another addition at the back this summer.
Chelsea closing in on Pedro Lima
According to The Athletic, they are closing in on a deal to sign youngster Pedro Lima from Sport Recife as they continue to look to strengthen the youthful core they have.
The report goes on to say that they will continue to engage in talks today, with them confident that they can pull off the deal ahead of a number of rival clubs.
Youngsters coming in has been a key feature of the club since Todd Boehly and co took over as the owners of the club.
Kendry Paez starring for Ecuador
One of the highlight additions up to now has been Kendry Paez, who recently played a starring role in an international friendly up against Enzo Fernandez and Argentina.
They could be set to continue the trend this summer with links to the signing of highly-promising star Estevao Willian.
The Brazilian youngster is seen as one of the most exciting young players in world football right now, and his addition could be a huge coup for the future.