At 22, Lindelof would be a long-term signing — and could form a partnership with Bailly, who is the same age. Gundogan and with Fernandinho suspended again following his sending off against Burnley for a reckless challenge, the need to strengthen in midfield becomes even more of a priority. Bundesliga bosses Bayern have reportedly offered the left-sided ace a four-year deal worth £2. Reuters6Mauricio Pochettino has backed Dele Alli to have a decade at the top of the gamePA:Press Ass. rts daily?LIVE blogChelsea 4 Stoke 2: Willian scores twice as strong Blues make it 13 wins in a rowMarcos Alonso has been a surprise star down the left flank in Contes 3-4-3 formation and 25-year-old Ghoulam would be a quality back-up addition. The Toffees have made a central midfielder a priority in the January window, however manager Ronald Koeman is struggling to bag Manchester United’s Morgan Schneiderlin. ss Laurent Blanc who lost his job for the teams performance in the Champions League. rt’s daily LIVE blogAlli only signed a fresh contract in September, following magnificent form since his switch from League One. Everton boss Ronald Koeman is an admirer and thought he was close to doing a deal last summer. PA:Press Association3Diego Costa has been in scintillating form for Chelsea this season with 14 goal.