Chelsea are preparing a transfer offer for Hajduk Split goalkeeper Lovre Kalinic, according to reports in Italy. 

Kalinic is regarded is one of the most promising shot-stoppers on the continent and is predicted to become a big name for Croatia at Euro 2016.

Calciomercato say the Blues are keen on bringing Kalinic to Stamford Bridge and are lining up a bid for the 6 ft 7 in star.

It’s understood Lazio are also interested in the highly-rated 25-year-old meaning the London outfit may be set for a battle in landing their target.

Thibaut Courtois is far and away Chelsea’s current first-choice ‘keeper but Asmir Begovic, who only arrived in the summer, is already being linked with a possible move to Liverpool.