Kai Havertz would leave Bayern Leverkusen this summer following the Bundesliga club's failure to qualify for next season’s Champions League.

This has boosted Chelsea’s chances of securing the service of the 21-year old whose current contract with Die Werkself runs out in 2022.

Frank Lampard last month denied bidding for the German international yet report by the Guardian suggests that the Blues are ready to push ahead with plans to sign Havertz.

"He's a top player but we're certainly not going to comment on players at other teams," said the Chelsea head coach last month before the restart. "It cannot be our focus. No bids have gone in."

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The Blues have employed fellow German, Timo Werner to Stamford Bridge after his £53m release clause was activated on June 18, 2020.

The Blues face stiffer competition from Bundesliga champions, Bayern Munich who are also favorites to activate the €94.7m price tag of the sensational attacking midfielder.

Kai Havertz was part of the Leverkusen side that lost the German Cup final to Bayern Munich on Saturday in what could prove to be his final appearance for the club.

He has made 43 appearances for Leverkusen and scored 17 goals, making him the highest goal scorer for Leverkusen this season. 

He has provided nine assists.