Stoke City transfer targets: Will they be available?

Stoke City are preparing to finalise a deal for Chelsea midfielder Willian.

According to the Sun, Stoke City have made an enquiry for the Portuguese international and are ready to announce their bid by Tuesday.

The club have also held talks with the Liverpool Echo over a potential move for striker Steven Gerrard, who was recently ruled out for four weeks with a calf problem.

The 21-year-old has been in good form for Stoke, scoring six goals in his last five league outings.

Willian has also enjoyed a successful loan spell at Inter Milan, scoring 12 goals in 34 games.