The 23-year-old winger Jonathan Rowe has impressed in his first season with a Serie A side, playing 43 times in all competitions and scoring eight goals.
His performances have caught the attention of English Premier League clubs, with Chelsea reportedly interested in signing the 23-year-old. Bologna, the Serie A side Rowe currently plays for, do not wish to sell him, but a significant profit from their £16.8 million investment last year could change their stance.
Chelsea is not the only interested party, with several other clubs also rumored to be in the running for Rowe's signature. The Italian outlet suggests that Rowe would be keen on a Premier League move, having only experienced it briefly with Norwich at the start of his career.
The Blues are looking to strengthen their squad out wide this summer, following a disappointing first campaign from Alejandro Garnacho. Garnacho is available for transfer after joining from Manchester United last season, and the club is looking for a suitable replacement.
Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi was in charge of Marseille when Rowe was involved in a shocking on-field altercation with teammate Adrien Rabiot. The incident was described as a bar fight, with several witnesses, including De Zerbi and the club's sporting director, in attendance.
De Zerbi was left stunned by the violence, saying, "For the first time in my career, I didn't know what to say or what to do. I've never seen anything like it." The incident has raised questions about Rowe's suitability for a Premier League move, but Chelsea remains interested in signing him.
Aston Villa, Galatasaray, and Fenerbahce are also reportedly interested in Rowe, but Chelsea is willing to pay a significant fee to secure his services. Roma has been touted as a possible destination for Argentina international Alejandro Garnacho, but Chelsea wants over £40 million for his signature.
