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Report: Southampton and Fulham want Chelsea striker Martell Taylor-Crossdale

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Martell Taylor-Crossdale could reportedly leave Premier League giants Chelsea with Southampton, Fulham and Championship outfit Bristol City interested.

Martell Taylor-Crossdale of Chelsea runs with the ball during the Premier League 2 match between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea at The Lamex Stadium on March 01, 2019 in Stevenage, England.

Southampton and Fulham are among the clubs hoping to sign Chelsea youngster Martell Taylor-Crossdale this summer, according to the Mirror (1 May, page 56).

The 19-year-old forward has emerged as the latest exciting attacking talent catch the eye behind the scenes in West London with his prolific goal-scoring record at youth level earning him plenty of admirers.

Taylor-Crossdale won the Premier League U18 Golden Boot award in the 2015/16 season and also played a key role as England won the prestigious Toulon Tournament two years ago.

But the teenager is facing an uncertain future with his contract due to expire this summer. And, according to the Mirror, Southampton and Fulham are hoping to snap him up on a free with Bristol City also planning a move for a player who signed professional terms with Chelsea in 2017.

Martell Taylor-Crossdale of Chelsea during the Newport County AFC v Chelsea U21 Checkatrade Trophy Match at Rodney Parade on September 25, 2018 in Newport, Wales.

The Mail reported a year ago that The Blues felt Taylor-Crossdale had the talent to step up to senior level at Stamford Bridge but it seems they are now willing to let him go.

Despite his excellent record at U18 level, Taylor-Crossdale has failed to score in 12 Premier League 2 games this season, perhaps casting doubt on his ability to make the grade.

Martell Taylor-Crossdale of Chelsea during the U18 Premier League match between Chelsea and Southampton  at Chelsea Training Ground on April 7, 2018 in Cobham, England.