As Mauricio Pochettino searches for further reinforcements in January, Chelsea are reportedly keeping tabs on Alessandro Buongiorno, a defender for Torino.

Among Chelsea’s potential targets for the upcoming January transfer window is a highly regarded Italian defender, who the Blues are reportedly keeping tabs on.

Chelsea are reportedly scouting center backs Alessandro Buongiorno of Torino and Italy as potential additions to their roster during the next transfer window.

Several European clubs have taken notice of Buongiorno after his stellar season with Torino in Serie A. One of the groups thought to be interested is Chelsea.According to The Sun, the 24-year-old will be closely monitored by Mauricio Pochettino’s recruitment department scouts throughout the hectic Christmas season.

The Italy international has interest from other Serie A clubs as well, including Roma, Inter Milan, and Juventus.Jose Mourinho, manager of Roma and a former boss of Chelsea, openly praised Buongiorno following their September tie with Torino.

The defender has been in fine form for Torino this season, appearing in 14 games across all competitions and netting two goals.The Italian league club is determined to demand a cost of £35 million, having turned down a bid of £21.5 million from another Serie A club.

Since Buongiorno’s current deal is valid until 2028, the club has plenty of time to negotiate a larger transfer fee.

When Roma midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini came into the first squad at Torino, the gifted center back confessed his affection for him.Even Italy head coach Luciano Spaletti is starting to warm up to him; he recently made his second appearance for the national team in a match against Ukrаine. It was under Roberto Mancini’s tutelage that he first appeared for Italy.

Without Buongiorno, Torino would have lost all three of their November matches. He has been an invaluable contribution to the club this season.