Chelsea have reportedly added Virgil van Dijk to their shortlist of transfer targets. The Liverpool defender is rumoured to be attracting attention ahead of the next transfer window, with insiders claiming preliminary talks could soon take place. Real Madrid are reportedly waiting in the wings. Finalising a fee and payment terms remains central to closing the transfer. With only 24 goals conceded in 21 (1.14 per game), Chelsea have been one of the stronger defences in the Premier League this season.. Virgil van Dijk would be asked to keep that standard and provide dependable cover when needed. Liverpool continue to be linked with Ben White, Julian Ryerson and Jude Bellingham while Chelsea are also rumoured to be tracking Charlie Cresswell, Victor Osimhen and Mile Svilar. Stay tuned for more details as the story develops. Need more Chelsea transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for news and updates as they happen.