Chelsea identify Aston Villa star Jhon Duran as primary target after Benjamin Sesko signs a new deal with RB Leipzig.

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• Chelsea eyeing move for Duran
• Missed out on signing Sesko
• Wanted to sign the Colombian in January

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The Blues, who were keen on signing Aston Villa's Duran in January, have rekindled their interest in the striker after missing out on Sesko who recently extended his contract with RB Leipzig, according to .

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  The report further claims that the West London side have prepared a shortlist of at least three forwards for the upcoming summer window, however, Duran is reportedly their primary target as the club shares a good relationship with the Villans.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  The 20-year-old Colombian forward enjoyed a good run of form for Unai Emery's side who finished fourth in the league in the 2023/24 season and secured a Champions League slot. The attacker appeared in 37 matches across all competitions where he scored eight times.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR CHELSEA?

  Enzo Maresca's side will be back in action next month as they are set to conduct their pre-season in the US where they are scheduled to face Wrexham, Manchester City and Real Madrid.

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