Thiago Mendes 'Extensively' Scouted by Chelsea Ahead of Summer Transfer Window

​Chelsea have been "extensively" scouting LOSC Lille midfielder Thiago Mendes this season and are considering a move for the Brazilian which depends on the outcome of an appeal against their transfer ban. The Blues have been barred from signing new players for the next two transfer windows by the footballing authorities, but Chelsea are at least looking to postpone the ban being implemented so that they have time to prepare this summer. If their ban is temporarily lifted, then journalist... Via All the latest breaking football news, transfer rumours, analysis, and match reports - 90min http://www.90min.com/