Chelsea have enjoyed a good start to life under Enzo Maresca as they sit third in the table after 11 games.

There were genuine fears that the Blues would endure another disappointing season after a chaotic summer at Stamford Bridge. But has done an excellent job, and are looking good for a top-four finish and a return to the .

The Blues return to action after the international break against Leicester City on Saturday, November 23 (kick-off: 12:30pm). Below, football.london have taken a look at the latest media reports surrounding Chelsea...

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Chelsea are said to be leading the race for Bayer Leverkusen defender .
claim that the Blues have entered into active negotiations over a deal for the German centre-back.

The 28-year-old is reportedly happy at Leverkusen, with no final decision made yet on his future. , Newcastle, Tottenham, Bayern Munich, Juventus and Real Madrid are also said to be interested.

Football.london's Isaac Seelochan says: Chelsea need a new centre-back to challenge for the Premier League title, and Tah could fit the bill. Leverkusen may have dropped off this season, but Tah's performances last term helped them achieve a historic Bundesliga and German Cup double.

Manchester United are interested in signing Chelsea left-back Ben Chilwell in the January transfer window, it is claimed. It is said that United's board have long been keen on Chilwell and that could lead to a move in the new year, according to

Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia have both had major injury problems for some time now. New manager Ruben Amorim is set to rebuild a squad that was largely constructed under Erik ten Hag.

Football.london's Isaac Seelochan says: It's clear that Chilwell is not part of Enzo Maresca's plans and badly needs a move in Janaury. if they can get him out on a permanent deal, great, but a loan will probably be the most likely option with his injury history.