According to the Team Newspaper, Chelsea wanted to recall Emerson in advance, but Lyon refused.
Chelsea recently wanted to recall italy international left-back Emerson in advance, but were rejected by Lyon.
The 27-year-old was loaned out to Lyon for a buyout option and Chelsea did not have a recall clause.
Chelsea are looking for a left-back after Chilwell's injury and they are looking to sign Everton's France international Dinier.
(Goblin Killer)
![Reporter: Chelsea's first choice for left-back reinforcement is to recall Emerson, and loan to Durst is also an option[fig]](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP///wAAACwAAAAAAQABAAACAkQBADs=)