English Championship leaders Middlesbrough have been linked with a move for Ghana winger Christian Atsu.
Atsu is back at Chelsea after he was recalled from his loan deal at newly-promoted Bournemouth.
According to Talk Sports, the Riverside are keen to take the Ghanaian on loan to bolster their promotion ambitions.
Manager Aitor Karanka is believed to be a huge admirer of the hugely talented Ghana international is planning to swoop for his services.
German outfit Hamburg as well as Spanish side Levante are believed to be the front-runners for his signature.