Chelsea are reportedly lining up a move for Chievo Verona wonderkid Emanuel Vignato, but will face competition from Bayern Munich, AC Milan and Inter.
The four-way transfer tussle has been sparked because of Vignato's impressive showings for the Italian second tier side - although the Blues will have to ensure their transfer ban is lifted before attempting a swoop.
According to La Gazzette dello Sport's Nicolo Schira, Chelsea sent a scout to watch Vignato in action against Salernitana last month.
The youngster had been promoted to Verona's first-team last season, and remains a key player despite the club's relegation to Serie B.
But for Chelsea to come out on top in the battle for Vignato's signature, Frank Lampard's men will first have to overturn their imposed restriction on transfer activity.
The London outfit are currently banned from signing any new players until the summer of 2020 after being found in breach of FIFA regulations on the recruiting of young players.
However, there is a chance that the ban could be lifted - and Chelsea are reportedly hopeful that the punishment could be lifted in January.
And with Pedro and Willian's contracts on course to expire at the end of the campaign, the Blues are likely to prioritise the acquisition of a winger in the winter window.
Vignato has been capped at Under-20 level for Italy, and is primarily fielded on the right flank. This term he has been used in a central role for Verona, who are once again struggling near the foot of the division.
He made 12 appearances for the club in the top tier last season, and scored against Lazio in a 2-1 victory at the Stadio Olimpico.