The Gazza claim, however, that Chelsea are now ready to land a decisive blow and sign the 22-year-old.
Bernardeschi is also a target for Inter and AC Milan, who consider him to be the midfielder who will complete their respective midfields.
The Carrara native didn’t start his season very well, often being played by Coach Paulo Sousa at wingback. Conte will, however, be encouraged by his recent performances, including the brace he scored on Sunday to help Fiorentina beat Empoli.
Now on six goals this season, Bernardeschi is slowly rising to the top, and was good enough last season to convince Conte to call him up for Euro 2016. He has also appeared on Barca’s radar.