Chelsea centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo has struggled to make an impression for Enzo Maresca, but with Brighton seeking to sign the former Fulham star, he could give the club’s bank balance a huge boost.

Speculation over Tosin's future comes at a time when Chelsea have decided to recall fellow defender Trevoh Chalobah from his loan spell at Crystal Palace. It is claimed that Chalobah has been assured by Chelsea that he will start matches under Maresca during the second half of this season, potentially raising doubts over Tosin's future game time.

The highly-rated former Manchester City product has made 17 appearances and started five of the past league matches at Stamford Bridge.

Tosin Adarbioyo became an unlikely goal threat for Chelsea, netting a brace in Chelsea's 5-0 win over Morecambe in the FA Cup third round.