Transfer interest is building around Antonio Silva, with Chelsea understood to be weighing-up a move for the Sl Benfica defender. While there has been no official bid as yet, the club may act swiftly if they decide to pursue the deal before the transfer window slams shut. Talks are underway, and with no competition emerging, Chelsea are seen as the sole contenders for the player's signature. Defensively, Chelsea are sitting around the league average this season, at 1.33 goals conceded per game. Someone like Antonio Silva could keep them steady but also raise the level when it matters most. Sl Benfica continue to be linked with Antony Santos while Chelsea are also rumoured to be tracking Piero Hincapie, Harvey Elliott and Emilano Martinez. Want more transfer rumours like this? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for up-to-the-minute transfer news direct to your feed.