Chelsea have rejected an approach from Benfica to take Mateja Kezman on loan for next season. Adriano remains Jose Mourinho's first-choice striking target but Inter Milan are holding out for £40m, it's claimed in some newspapers.
The Portuguese club champions want the serbian to bolster their attack.
Chelsea have indicated that they will sell Kezman if the right offer comes along.
If an offer in the region of £4m is made, the frontman is on his way.
Chelsea are suffering their own frustrations in the transfer market. They have already had bids turned down for Lyon midfielder Michael Essien and Kakha Kaladze of AC Milan but are confident of signing both players.