Chelsea joined by Real Madrid in £30m Gabriel transfer race as Zidane sees Lille defender as Upamecano alternative

CHELSEA have reportedly been joined by Real Madrid in the race for Lille star Gabriel.

Spanish news outlet AS claims the Brazilian centre-back, 22, is a £30million target for both the Blues and Los Blancos.

He has enjoyed a great season with Lille in Ligue 1, making 24 appearances.

And Gabriel is believed to have caught Frank Lampard’s eye after two strong performances against Chelsea in the Champions League last year.

Lamps apparently believes Gabriel is the man to give his backline some much-needed steel.

But Chelsea now face competition from Real Madrid as they look to add a new defender this summer.