Chelsea: £200k-a-week star now 'on his way' to Stamford Bridge

Chelsea are on the verge of signing Wesley Fofana as the deal which is set to take the Leicester City star to Stamford Bridge is ‘as good as done’, according to Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth.

The Blues have not been afraid to splash the cash, having spent close to £170million since the transfer window reopened for business, but further reinforcements could be drafted in ahead of Thursday’s 11pm deadline.

According to The Athletic, Fofana is currently in the United States undergoing a medical as he nears a switch to Chelsea.

The report suggests the 21-year-old has agreed a six-year deal at Stamford Bridge and the hierarchy, led by Todd Boehly after a £4.25billion takeover was completed in May, sent the Leicester man Stateside for additional peace of mind.

It is understood that Chelsea have reached an agreement of £70million – plus add-ons – with Leicester, but they have been made to fight for Fofana’s signature.

The breakthrough in negotiations has come after the west Londoners were left frustrated by the rejection of three proposals.

Chelsea have reportedly offered the Frenchman a contract worth £200,000-per-week, meaning he will become the club’s fourth highest earner.

Sheth understands that Fofana will be unveiled as the latest addition to Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel’s squad imminently.

The Sky Sports reporter is aware that the former Saint-Etienne central defender is currently in the United States and his arrival will be announced as long as no problems are brought to the Blues’ attention following the medical tests.

Speaking to GIVEMESPORT on Tuesday, Sheth said: “Wesley Fofana is on his way to Chelsea. That deal is as good as done.

“He’s having his medicals out in the US to finalise that deal.”

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