Five superb alternatives for Chelsea if they fail to sign Arsenal target Cesc Fabregas

2) Adam Lallana – Southampton

Liverpool are favourites for Lallana’s signature, but could be put off by the £30m asking price Southampton have slapped on their skipper. With Chelsea selling David Luiz to PSG for £50m, they could afford this – and Lallana would provide the midfield goals and assists the side is crying out for.