Barcelona and Portugual attacker Deco has confirmed for the first time that he is in talks with Chelsea over a move to Stamford Bridge.

The Portuguese schemer enjoys a close relationship with current international boss Luiz Felipe Scolari – Chelsea’s new manager.

Three days ago Deco denied holding meetings with Blues owner Roman Abramovich, insisting he had not signed for Chelsea.

He insists he still has not talked to Scolari about a possible move, but he now admits talks have opened with the West London club.

"There is interest from Chelsea, which is normal," he told Marca.

"But Scolari has not told me anything, we are now just talking to the club."

Deco admits there are still other options, namely former boss Jose Mourinho’s Inter, but he is confident Scolari will bring success to Chelsea.

"Of course, there are other possibilities," he added.

"Scolari is the man responsible for the spirit and life we have inside this team and for the fantastic sense of unity we have. But above all I was happy for him and I am certain that he will have a lot of success at Chelsea."