Feyenoord are hoping to convince Chelsea to loan Christian Atsu to them for the rest of the season, according to the Dutch daily Algemen Dagbald.

Already, there are several clubs lined up for the services of the Ghana international for the upcoming season.

English Premier League duo Aston Villa and West Ham United were the first to express interest.

Bundesliga side Hamburg and Espanyol of Spanish La Liga have also intentions clear.

Atsu spent last season on loan at Dutch Eredivise side Vitesse Arnhem where had a successful spell after netting five goals in 28 league appearances.

He dazzled in the three matches he played in at the 2014 World Cup.