Following reports that Strasbourg Alsace have accepted a bid from Chelsea for Valentin Barco - discussions over personal terms are said to have begun as all parties look to finalise the move in the coming days. The defender is open to the move, and if talks proceed smoothly, the transfer could be confirmed in the coming days - which would see the interested team secure one of their top targets and put their rivals on notice. Chelsea have laid out their intentions, but valuation and timing remain under debate. Atletico are keeping tabs in case talks collapse or progress slows further. With only 35 goals conceded in 30 (1.17 per game), Chelsea have been one of the stronger defences in the Premier League this season.. Valentin Barco would be asked to keep that standard and provide dependable cover when needed. Strasbourg Alsace have also been linked with Mykhailo Mudryk while Chelsea are reportedly monitoring Caleb Marfo Yirenkyi, Michael Olabode Kayode and Kevin Schade. Can't get enough Chelsea transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for the latest transfer news as it happens.