Chelsea are reportedly leading the chase for West Ham target and former Shakhtar Donetsk attacker Bernard, according to sources.
The 25-year old Brazilian is currently a free agent, having left the Ukrainian champions Shakhtar following his contract expiration last month.
With West Ham, Leicester and Chelsea all reportedly keen on the attacking midfielder, the Brazil international has options to take this summer.
According to Brazilian outlet Globo Esporte, Chelsea lead the hunt for Bernard, with the player himself particularly keen on a move to the Blues, with London a large selling point.
Monaco, Wolfsburg and Palmeiras are also believed to be interested in signing Bernard, but Chelsea appear to be way out in front.
Bernard scored 10 goals and assisted four in 29 appearances for Shakhtar last season, scoring against Manchester City in the Champions League group stage.
