Clifford Chance (CC), Linklaters and Latham & Watkins have lined up among leading Italian firms to advise on a takeover bid for tyremaker Pirelli by China National Chemical (ChemChina).

ChemChina is set to buy a 26.2% stake in Pirelli, which is currently held by Italian investment firm Camfin, through its tyre-making unit China National Tire & Rubber in a deal valuing Pirelli at €7.1bn (£5.1bn).