Chelsea are targeting Manchester United on loan striker Radamel Falcao, according to former Arsenal midfielder Paul Merson.
SkySports pundit Paul Merson believes that the Blues are keeping tabs on the Colombian striker and could seal the move for a fee around £15 million this summer.
Merson told Soccer Saturday: “He is a good player and I think he’ll get fitter and fitter.”
Mersen further added that Falcao is a great player and will return to his top form once he is been given with a consistent run of games.
Liverpool have also been targeting the flop Man Utd striker who is set to leave the club this summer.
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The reports have also revealed that parent side Monaco are also not interested in keeping him and will sell immediately after his return.
Mersen feels that Chelsea don’t have a backup striker, if Diego Costa is injured or suspended then they will need a second striker to come up. Currently, Didier Drobga and Loic Remy are present but Drobga will retire at the end of the season while Remy is likely to leave the club.
AS Monaco who were demanding around £40 million have now lowered their price and will listen to offers even in the range of £20 million.
Columnist: Simon Oates
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