Hopeful Chelsea join the queue to sign Sampdoria starlet Poli in January

13 October 2009 11:20
Chelsea have been linked with a move for Italy Under 21 midfielder Andrea Poli.[LNB]Stamford Bridge boss Carlo Ancelotti is known to be an admirer of his 20-year-old compatriot and will look to sign him from Sampdoria this winter if Chelsea reverse their transfer ban, according to La Gazzetta della Sport.[LNB]Poli has also attracted interest from Inter Milan and Juventus after breaking into the Sampdoria side this season.[LNB] Centre of attention: Sampdoria midfielder Andrea Poli, pictured stopping Parma's Stefano Marrone, a transfer target for Chelsea[LNB]The starlet is a lover of the English game and recently described Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard as his idol.[LNB]  'In Italy, I am inspired by (Daniele) De Rossi, (Andrea) Pirlo and (Angelo) Palombo,' he said. [LNB]'Looking abroad I like (Cesc) Fabregas, (Frank) Lampard and (Steven) Gerrard, who for me is the best midfielder in the world.[LNB]'One day I'd like to meet him and ask for his autograph.'[LNB]  Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti admits: I'd love to manage RomaChelsea striker Kalou signs three-year deal to stay at Stamford BridgeCHELSEA FC

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