Chelsea are closely monitoring the rise of Brentford striker Ollie Watkins, according to The Daily Star.

The Blues have earmarked the 24-year-old forward as a potential signing in the future to ease the pressure on Tammy Abraham.

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is keeping tabs on Watkins’ progress ahead of a potential bid in the future.

The report goes on to claim that the English boss is eager to get a deal over the line for another striker.

The Torquay-born striker has scored 17 goals in 27 games for the Bees this season.

Chelsea currently sit fourth in the Premier League table, 27 points adrift of leaders Liverpool.

Watkins has scored 40 goals in 120 games in all competitions for the Championship outfit.