Bellingham meeting hands Boehly huge transfer blow before Chelsea UCL tie

Chelsea transfer news: Jude Bellingham is on Todd Boehly's wishlist after impressing in Germany but the Blues are not alone in their interest in the England international

Chelsea may have received a blow in their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham. The England international is listed on most of Europe's top sides transfer list having impressed in the Bundesliga for two seasons.

Ahead of the game, any hopes of signing Bellingham at the end of the season could be slowly dwindling. According to Foot Mercato, Bellingham's father - Mark Bellingham - has met with Real Madrid chief director Juni Calafat in London to discuss a possible move.

The current Champions League holders have been undergoing an overhaul of their midfield over the past few years with Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga signed to replace Luka Modric (37) and Toni Kroos (33) in years to come. Bellingham's potential arrival would only bolster Carlo Ancelotti's options in the position, with the former Birmingham City ace destined to become one of the world's greats.