According to reports in The Mirror, Chelsea have been alerted to the fact that in demand Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale could be available for £85m, and Blues fans have been quick to have their say on the rumour.

The Mirror says that the La Liga giants are ready to cash in on the 28-year-old after becoming frustrated with his frequent injury problems – he is expected to be out until 2018 with a thigh issue – but the west London outfit could face competition for the Welshman's signature from Premier League rivals Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur.

The report says that the Blues have shown interest in Bale previously, and they could move for him if Antonio Conte wants to strengthen his attacking options.

Chelsea supporters took to social media to give their thoughts on the transfer story, and while one said he "would never even play" because of his injury issues, another said 'he'd still do more than Willian'.

Here is just a selection of the Twitter reaction...

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