Blues linked with Brazilian youngster and Spartak Moscow boss says he wants Salah

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The Daily Mirror say Chelsea are interested in Brazilian youngster Malcom.

The Corinthians forward, 17, has been touted as one of his country’s best prospects and is also said to be a target for Barcelona.

Meanwhile, the Daily Star pick up on reports in Russia that Spartak Moscow boss Murat Yakin wants to sign Mohamed Salah from Chelsea.

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho insisted that Salah will not be leaving Stamford Bridge, but Yakin is quoted as saying: “I want to sign both Salah and (Basel’s) Fabian Frei. I know both players well.

There has been speculation about winger Salah's future
There has been speculation about winger Salah’s future

“I know the economic situation in Russia is not the best, but the club can afford both players’ wages.

“The club president promised a surprise in the upcoming transfer market. I spoke with him about both Salah and Frei and I hope it will happen – that would be my Christmas present.

“I’ll do whatever it takes to get Salah in the team, even if I have to beg for it.”

Related West London Sport story: Salah is staying at Chelsea – Mourinho

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