Chelsea are preparing a £20million summer move for Everton full back Seamus Coleman.

The Republic of Ireland defender has forged a reputation as one of the best right backs in the Premier League and Jose Mourinho is a confirmed admirer.

Seamus Coleman has forged a reputation as one of the best right backs in the Premier League

Everton are wary of interest in Coleman, signed for £60,000 from Sligo Rovers in 2009, and have been scouting for possible replacements.

They have enquired about Barcelona’s 23-year-old Martin Montoya and have also watched Rochdale’s Rhys Bennett, also 23.

Everton signed Coleman for signed for £60,000 from Sligo Rovers in 2009

Everton boss Roberto Martinez has hailed Seamus Coleman and Leighton Baines as 'the best pair of full backs in England'.