Chelsea could lose exciting star to Arsenal with Gunners 'working hard' to do deal

are reportedly pushing to strike a deal for star Andrey Santos, before he has even made a appearance for the Blues. The midfielder has enjoyed a sensational campaign on loan at the Blues' sister club Strasbourg, and his displays have not gone unnoticed around Europe.

Santos has captained Liam Rosenior's side and led by example in the role, guiding the club to a surprise European charge with nine goals and three assists in 31 Ligue 1 appearances.

With Chelsea already well-stocked in midfield, may have a tough task in finding a way to integrate the 21-year-old into his first-team squad. However, that decision could still be taken out of the ex-Leicester City boss' hands.

According to , and Arsenal are both showing strong interest in the playmaker, with the latter 'working hard' to try and strike a deal ahead of the summer transfer window. However, after seeing his impact first-hand, PSG are pushing behind the scenes as well.

Chelsea are not certain to part ways with Santos this summer, having acquired his services from Vasco da Gama and nurtured his development since - albeit with an unsuccessful loan at in the 2023/24 campaign.

Given his ability to play as a No. 6 and as a No. 8, Santos will provide Chelsea with plenty of flexibility if his future does lie at Stamford Bridge. Similarly, he could solve plenty of Arsenal's problems as well if they are able to strike a deal with their London rivals.

With Jorginho set to head to Flamengo and Thomas Partey yet to extend his contract at the Emirates Stadium, acquiring the services of another option in midfield would certainly bolster 's chances of finally getting their hands on the Premier League title - especially with versatile option Oleksandr Zinchenko expected to depart as well.

Santos is likely to fetch a significant fee this summer given that he will be coming off of the back of such a remarkable campaign. It remains to be seen whether Chelsea feel the profit they could gain from his sale is more worthwhile than having him as a rotational option under Maresca, with Romeo Lavia, and already battling it out for minutes.