According to Marca, Chelsea is monitoring Rayo Vallecano left-back Chávez as a potential replacement for Cucurella.

Chelsea is looking for a replacement for Cucurella in Spain, and one of their initial targets is Rayo Vallecano's Chávez. The 28-year-old left-back is contracted to the club until 2030.

Initial contact has been made between the parties to assess the feasibility of the deal. Chelsea is also aware that Chávez has received offers from other clubs, including Bayer Leverkusen, who are willing to compete.

Chávez has made 125 appearances for Rayo Vallecano, and his contract with the Madrid club includes a release clause. Chelsea is closely monitoring the situation and is considering making a formal offer, which would be a surprising move.

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