Russia's midfielder attracted attention of the English giants Chelsea. The Londoners are there to poach the halfback from Juventus who are reported to be interested as well.

Golovin has impressed in Russia’s unexpected run to the last 16 of the World Cup and is preparing to face Spain ­on Sunday. Monaco had been chasing a deal for as well Golovin, but Chelsea have jumped to the front of the queue and hope to conclude a deal once the midfielder’s participation in the World Cup is over.

CSKA want around £27 million for Golovin, which has not put off Chelsea. The club believe the 22-year-old can add creative impetus to their squad and are confident he could make an impact in the ­Premier League, as The Telegraph reports.

If Golovin moves, that can be a great move for Chelsea as the Russian can overshadow Bakayoko on Stamford Bridge. Alex is a great player of a many good qualities.