Chelsea are reportedly targeting Portsmouth's Sol Campbell in a bid to shore up their creaking defence.

The Blues have been let down by their rearguard in recent games, the latest lapses coming in that 2-2 St Stephen's Day home draw with Reading.

And with captain John Terry out after back surgery, Jose Mourinho is likely to buy to strengthen his backline in the January window.

According to British newspaper reports former Tottenham and Arsenal star Campbell (32) is the man they've set their sights on.

Reports suggest Chelsea have already had an offer turned down, but are expected to return with an improved bid.