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Chelsea Interested in Young Barcelona Striker

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Looking towards the future, it is being reported that Chelsea are showing some interest in a 17-year-old striker who is currently on the books of the Catalan giants Barcelona.

The teenager in question is Abel Ruiz who is currently showcasing his skills in the Barcelona B team.

According to the red-top publication, Mirror, Chelsea have sounded out Ruiz`s representatives about a possible move.

The youngster has recently been starring for Spain U17`s in the U17 World Cup, in India.

However, it would seem his current contract, which doesn`t end until 2019, contains a clause that makes an approach favourable.

The player can be purchased if any club matches the £3 million buy-out clause in his aforementioned contract.

Our referenced source suggests that Ruiz would prefer to remain at the Nou Camp but that he is fearful of not being given a first team opportunity, courtesy of the world-class strikers still at the club.

As you`d expect, Chelsea are not the only club showing an interest in the striker, with our source also indicating that our Premier League rivals, Manchester City and Arsenal are also keen on the player.

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