'Close Tabs': Pete O'Rourke names 'intelligent' defender Chelsea and Brighton could sign

'Close Tabs': Pete O'Rourke names 'intelligent' defender Chelsea and Brighton could sign

Enzo Maresca has found himself somewhat short of fit centre-back options this season and Chelsea could move for a Serie A star.

Report: Chelsea set to battle Brighton for 25-year-old Serie A star

Chelsea are keeping a close eye on Lazio centre back Mario Gila with Brighton also interested according to reports.The Blues lost Levi Colwill to an ACL injury before the start of the season, and despite public pleas from Enzo Maresca for a new centre back his wishes weren’t granted.Chelsea have had issues at centre back, especially with injuries in recent weeks, whilst a number of mistakes have been made which have cost the Blues points.Chelsea…