Chelsea transfer news: Joe Hart linked with Blues switch as Antonio Conte takes in Torino clash
Manchester City loanee is unwanted by Pep Guardiola while Stamford Bridge No1 Thibaut Courtois is struggling
JOE HART has been linked with a sensational move to Chelsea after Antonio Conte was spotted watching Torino.
The Manchester City stopper is on loan in Turin after Pep Guardiola decided he had no use for him at the Etihad.
And Conte's decision to take in the clash with Fiorentina on Sunday, promoted to claim the Italian is considering him a second chance with the Blues.
Thibaut Courtois forced out long-serving No1 Petr Cech after returning from Atletico Madrid.
But the towering Belgian has struggled to recreate his La Liga form in the Premier League, with crosses causing him particular misery.
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Courtois, 24, has limitless potential but should the Blues decide to cash in on him, 29-year-old Hart would provide a ready-made replacement with experience at the highest level.
Torino No9 Andrea Belotti and Fiorentina striker Nikola Kalinic are other options.
Diego Costa looks back to his bullying best this season for Chelsea, who have failed to impress under their new boss.
But Beloti - who has five goals and an assist in four Serie A starts - and Kalinic could be brought in to provide cover.
At just 22, the Torino man would be a long-term option for Conte, who has returned to Italy as he looks to shape his squad.
He was not on target in a 2-1 victory for Hart's outfit, who climbed into the top half of the table thanks to successive victories.
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