Chelsea have launched a
stunning offer for Real Madrid
defender Sergio Ramos.
Sport says Chelsea
are willing to offer Ramos a five-year contract worth a staggering
€10 million-a-season. The Spain international is one of
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich's
favourite players.
Chelsea are prepared to offer
up to £60 million to land Ramos, regarded by many as the world's
next great defender.
For the moment, Real president Florentino
Perez has referred Chelsea representatives to Ramos' €150 million
buyout clause, though the final decision will be left to the
player.
Should his head be turned by Chelsea's contract offer, Florentino will have
little choice but to sell. Ramos' current Real deal, signed in
2006, is worth €3 million-a-year.