Press: "Chelsea" target - "Atletico" defender Miranda

Rumors are spreading in the English press that London's "Chelsea" club will seek to strengthen their ranks with a center-back from the Spanish "Primera" this upcoming summer.

According to "Daily Mirror", Jose Mourinho's team has been closely monitoring the game of 30-year-old Brazilian Miranda in recent weeks and the "Blues" are interested in attracting him.

The Brazilian national team player, valued at 20-25 million euros, is also a target for "Manchester United", but Miranda may not resist the opportunity to join former teammates Diego Costa and Filipe Luis.

Currently, Miranda's contract with "Atletico" is valid until 2016, and there is no talk yet of a new agreement. The defender has been defending the honor of "Rojiblancos" since 2011.