Inter are getting closer to starting negotiations with Chelsea over wing-back Emerson Palmieri according to a report in today’s print edition of Italian daily newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport.

Inter already have an agreement with the player himself and Inter are waiting for the right moment to begin talks with Chelsea over him.

The Brazil born naturalised Italian full back has found himself largely out of favour at Chelsea during this campaign and it is understood that he could cost Inter between €20-25 million.

Given Emerson has given his blessing to Inter over a move, the Nerazzurri club are not thinking about anyone else other than him to bolster the left wing back department.

The former Santos player has been with his current employers since January 2018 and has a contract with them through to the end of the 2021/22 season.

This season he has made 19 appearances across all competitions to date, in which he has provided a single assist for his teammates.