With the Marc Cucurella transfer saga appearing to slip out of Manchester City's control, the Blues are reportedly in talks to sign another young Spanish full-back who already possesses a City connection.
Brighton are holding firm on their £50million valuation of Cucurella, while City are refusing to improve on their offer of £40m.
Talks have stalled between the two clubs and now Chelsea are reportedly close to signing the left-back. Cucurella was at the top of Pep Guardiola's wish list, but now City will have to turn their attention elsewhere.
One of those places is Belgium, with the Blues reportedly in talks to sign 21-year-old left-back Sergio Gomez from Anderlecht. READ MORE:Man City are repeating Harry Maguire approach with Marc Cucurella and it could cost them The Spain youth international enjoyed a successful 2021/22 season, winning the club's Player of the Season award after scoring seven goals and providing 15 assists in all competitions.