Chelsea are yet to give up on signing Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Per the transfer expert, the Blues still believe they have a chance despite news breaking that a transfer to Stamford Bridge has fallen through.
Chelsea had sent an £8 million bid, which was immediately rejected, and the West Londoners were reportedly told he would not move.
The FIFA Club World Cup champions need a midfielder of Xhaka's ilk in their engine room to partner Moises Caicedo. His working relationship with Xabi Alonso is also a plus.
Chelsea desperately need a controller and experienced leader to bolster that centre, and Xhaka fits the bill.