Chelsea eye move for Zenit defender Lombaerts

Chelsea have been linked with a shock move for Zenit St Petersburg defender Nicolas Lombaerts after being impressed with his handling of wonderkid Romelu Lukaku.Chelsea scouts have long been watching 17-year-old Anderlecht striker Lukaku, but saw him have no joy when the 6ft 3in 'new Didier Drogba' came up against Lombaerts in the Europa League. In demand: Nicolas Lombaerts (left) in action for Zenit against Anderlecht earlier this monthWhile Carlo Ancelotti is short on central defensive options, particularly with injury problems for John Terry and Alex, a move for the 25-year-old would be a surprise.Lombaerts has been a regular for Zenit since signing from Gent in 2007 and recently signed a new four-year deal with the Russian champions.Even he is taken aback by the link to Chelsea, saying: 'It's nice to be talked about by such clubs, but it's the first I've heard about it.'But if Romelu Lukaku is being considered by Chelsea and Real Madrid, then their scouts will have also seen that twice I had him in my pocket.'The prolific Lukaku has scored 12 in 27 games this season, but drew a blank during two defeats with Anderlecht against Zenit. Chelsea captain Terry urges fans to keep faith ahead of United showdownMartin Samuel: There's only Chelsea left for Tevez if he stays in England.CHELSEA FC

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