Chelsea are closing in on what would be the first signing of the Liam Rosenior era, with the club set to beat Manchester United in the race for a highly-rated youngster from Sheffield Wednesday.
The Blues have moved ahead of their Premier League rivals in discussions and are now in a strong position to land the teenage talent, as they continue to shape their plans under Rosenior.
The deal is not yet complete, but Chelsea are understood to be leading the chase and increasingly confident of getting it done, despite interest from United.
It has been revealed that Chelsea are closing in on an agreement for the Sheffield Wednesday prospect, with the move expected to form part of the club’s long-term recruitment strategy focused on young players with high potential.
Manchester United remain keen, but Chelsea currently look best placed to win the battle for the youngster’s signature as they push to secure an early addition in Rosenior’s first transfer window in charge.
