India, Nov. 9 -- Despite Chennai Super Kings urging fans to wait for official confirmation, trade rumours around Sanju Samson intensified on Sunday after reports claimed the franchise is "seriously pursuing" the deal. Chennai have reportedly offered former captain Ravindra Jadeja for a straight swap, potentially reuniting him with the Rajasthan Royals after 16 years.

Cricbuzz reported that Chennai, who had initially refused to part with any players, reopened negotiations earlier this week. With both stars valued at INR 18 crore, the deal could be close, though Rajasthan's insistence on including another player may complicate matters.

The report mentioned that the "other player" Rajasthan want is South Africa's rising star Dewald Brevis,...