Chelsea transfer target Leonardo Bonucci out until January after Juventus player suffers a thigh injury

Leonardo Bonucci won't play again until January after he suffered a thigh injury in the defeat at Genoa.

The Juventus central defender, who has attracted interest from Chelsea since the summer, was forced off during the 3-1 loss on Sunday.

The Serie A side confirmed on Monday that Bonucci will be out of action for between 45 and 60 days. 

Leonardo Bonucci suffered a thigh injury during the 3-1 defeat at Genoa on Sunday

An injury to the hamstring of his left thigh has been identified, leaving him with a predicted recovery time of around 45/60 days,' the club said in a statement.

The injury may put a firm end to speculation suggesting that a move to the Premier League could happen come the turn of the new year.

Chelsea have been linked with a move for the defender who was a key part of Antonio Conte's Italy side at Euro 2016. 

Experienced central defender Bonucci has been ruled out until the middle of January 

Meanwhile, Massimiliano Allegri is also without right back Dani Alves, who suffered a leg fracture in the game at Stadio Luigi Ferraris. 

The club added: 'His recovery time will be determined on the basis of the clinical and radiographic tests that will be monitored in the coming days.'

Experienced centre back Andrea Barzagli is also out with a dislocated shoulder.

Dani Alves suffered a leg fracture during the game at Stadio Luigi Ferraris

Despite the defeat at the weekend, Allegri's team remained top of Serie A with 33 points from 14 games. 

They host Atalanta in Turin on Saturday evening as they look to extend their lead at the top.