Latest developments
- Chelsea are leading the race for Jamie Gittens.
- The winger is ready to leave Borussia Dortmund.
- The German club have cut the player's asking price in half.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (3.5/5): Chelsea leading Gittens race
Previous reports have revealed that Gittens has informed Dortmund of his desire to leave the club in the summer transfer window.
According to Christian Falk, Chelsea are currently in pole position to sign the England Under-21 international, who has previously been linked with Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur.
Value (4/5): Dortmund slash Gittens's asking price
Chelsea's hopes of landing the winger have been boosted by the suggestion that Dortmund have cut their asking price in half. The German club were previously believed to be looking for €100m (£86m) for Gittens, but they are now prepared to sanction his sale for €50m (£43m).
Suitability (3.5/5): Concern over recent form
The 20-year-old has shown signs that he has the potential to be an England winger of the future. However, there may be some concern over his drop-off in form during the current season.
The youngster scored seven goals and provided four assists in his first 17 league appearances of the campaign, before going 10 Bundesliga games without a goal contribution until he found the net in a 4-1 win over Freiburg earlier this month.
Upgrade? (3/5): Potential Sancho replacement
Gittens usually plays off the left flank, which could make him a potential replacement for Jadon Sancho, who faces an uncertain future at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea have an obligation to buy Sancho from Manchester United at the end of his loan spell, but they can pay a penalty fee to avoid signing him on a permanent deal.
Logic (4/5): Eyeing Premier League move
Having made it clear he wants to leave Dortmund, Gittens is believed to be keen to join a Premier League club in the summer transfer window.
Chelsea could be a viable option for the attacker, and a move to Stamford Bridge would certainly become more appealing if they are successful in their quest to secure Champions League football.
Whisper+ verdict: 18/25
A move to Chelsea would enable Gittens to fulfil his wish of joining a Premier League club this summer. The Blues would get a player with significant potential, although they may have some concern over his inconsistent form.
