Transfer News - Chelsea in for David Luiz; Bayern want Bendtner

Chelsea are planning a move for highly-rated Brazilian defender David Luiz, according to a report in the Daily Mirror. With Alex out until January and John Terry struggling with injury, Carlo Ancelotti is desperate to find defensive cover. Benfica star Luiz is valued at £25 milion, and the 23-year-old is growing in reputation with every game. Luiz has won three international caps for Brazil. - - - The Mirror are also talking up a potential Bayern Munich swoop for Arsenal's Nicklas Bendtner. The 22-year-old is reportedly frustrated at his lack of first-team action at the Emirates and Bayern advisor Franz Beckenbauer claimed the club are monitoring his situation. Bayern could be joined by Juventus is a bidding war for the Danish international, although Arsenal are not keen on selling their young striker.  

Source: DSG