This archive report was first published on 17 November 2019.
Chelsea's 19-year-old winger Callum Hudson-Odoi has been attracting attention from top European clubs, with Real Madrid reportedly leading the chase.
Despite signing a new five-year deal with Chelsea last summer, Hudson-Odoi has made just six Premier League appearances this term, registering three assists.
Real Madrid's interest in Hudson-Odoi comes as the Spanish giants continue to strengthen their squad, having signed players like Eden Hazard and Luka Jovic in recent times.
However, the club's struggles in all competitions, including the loss of their dominance in world football after Cristiano Ronaldo's exit, have led to a renewed focus on youth development.
According to reports, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez and manager Zinedine Zidane have identified four young players they want to sign, with Hudson-Odoi being one of them.
Chelsea will have to deal with another superpower in football if Real Madrid's interest in Hudson-Odoi materializes, given the Englishman's recent return from a long injury layoff and his growing importance to the Stamford Bridge outfit.
