Chelsea chasing Yasin Ayari, who is on Galatasaray's radar

Chelsea have reportedly stepped in for Yasin Ayari, whose name has come up in Galatasaray's midfield planning. According to a report in the English press, the 23-year-old Swedish player, who plays for Brighton, is on the radar of European clubs.

TEAMtalk's report stated that no progress has been made in the new contract talks between Brighton and Ayari. The player's current contract will expire on 30 June 2027. It was claimed that the English side came close to an agreement with the player during the summer transfer window, but that in the latest developments the talks have not reached the desired point.

The report noted that Galatasaray have kept their interest in Ayari since the summer transfer window and are closely monitoring the player's contract situation.

On the Chelsea side, sporting director Paul Winstanley was said to be the key figure. It was relayed that Winstanley played an important role in discovering Ayari during his time at Brighton, and therefore knows the player well. Other Premier League clubs were also said to be following the Swedish midfielder's situation.

The report also said that Brighton hold a one-year extension option on the current contract, but the club has not yet used this right.