Chelsea and Arsenal are both reportedly interested in signing LOSC Lille forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo, according to Caught Offside.
The Belgian forward has attracted attention from multiple Premier League clubs after an impressive development period at the French club.
Chelsea had previously revamped their left flank by purchasing Alejandro Garnacho and Jamie Gittens from Manchester United and Borussia Dortmund respectively last summer.
However, Garnacho struggled to settle at Stamford Bridge and has since been allowed to join Aston Villa this summer.
Xabi Alonso’s side moved quickly to replace the Argentine by signing Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a substantial fee.
Despite not playing European football next season, Chelsea are still reportedly planning to add more attacking options to their squad.
Liverpool have also identified Fernandez-Pardo as a potential alternative target should they fail to secure the services of Bradley Barcola.
The Merseyside club are additionally monitoring AFC Bournemouth star Rayan and Brighton and Hove Albion winger Yankuba Minteh as possible options.
Fernandez-Pardo’s contract at Lille runs until 2029, placing the French club in a strong negotiating position, with Transfermarkt valuing the player at around £30m.
Arsenal, fresh from winning the Premier League title last term, are also looking to strengthen their frontline this transfer window despite already signing Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge.
The Gunners allowed Leandro Trossard to join Turkish giants Besiktas, and Mikel Arteta is reportedly targeting further reinforcements, with Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior identified as a priority.
Fernandez-Pardo stands at 6ft 2in and can operate across either flank, offering versatility alongside his qualities as a striker.
Whether Arsenal or Chelsea will make a concrete move for the 21-year-old remains to be seen, but competition for his signature looks set to intensify significantly.