Chelsea are hoping to complete a deal for Fluminense striker Kenedy after missing out Nathan.
Jose Mourinho’s side had expected to sign 19-year-old Nathan after he completed a medical earlier year but it is now understood that he will instead join Portuguese side Porto.
The Blues are amongst a number of other Premier League clubs who have been monitoring the Brazilian youngster for a long time, having watched him burst on the scene for Fluminense.
Reports in England had claimed last month that Manchester United were favourites to complete his signature but it is now understood that Chelsea have made significant moves to complete a summer deal.
Kenedy is expected to arrive at Stamford Bridge in a relatively cheap deal worth just £5.8m.
Inter Milan and Barcelona have also been interested in the lively attacker, who has netted once in seven games for Brazil’s U20 side.