Unconfirmed reports suggest that discussions have begun between Chelsea and Newcastle over the transfer of Bruno Guimaraes. The midfielder has emerged as a top target for the squad and talks are reportedly progressing as the two clubs explore whether there is a deal to be done for the player. Chelsea have laid out their intentions, but valuation and timing remain under debate. Real Madrid and Manchester City are keeping tabs in case talks collapse or progress slows further. So far this season, Chelsea are steady at both ends (1.81 goals scored per game, 1.15 goals conceded per game). The role for Bruno Guimaraes would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. Newcastle continue to be linked with Lorenzo Pellegrini, Michael Olabode Kayode and Curtis Jones while Chelsea are also rumoured to be tracking Omari Hutchinson, Carlos Baleba and Aleksandar Stankovic. Can't get enough Chelsea transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for the latest transfer news as it happens.