The Red Sox and the agents for Garrett Crochet have begun talks that could result in a contract extension. But getting there could prove to be a challenge.

The Red Sox and newly acquired ace Garrett Crochet have discussed a multi-year contract extension, reports MassLive.com. The two sides are not believed to be close to a deal. Crochet has two years of control remaining.

Last month, the Boston Red Sox made a blockbuster trade, acquiring left-handed starter Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox for a package of four of the team's top prospects. While Crochet still has two years of team control left on his deal,