Aston Villa goalkeeper, Emi Martinez has travelled to London to undergo a medical ahead of a proposed move to Chelsea.
The two Premier League clubs have agreed a fee of around £7.5 million for the Argentina international.
Martinez will now finalise his move to the Blues this weekend.
Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano wrote on X: “Emiliano Martínez, in London today for medical tests and then contract signing at Chelsea.
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“Deal valid until June 2028 with option for further season.”
In another tweet, Romano revealed that Joshua Zirkzee could leave Manchester United to join Fiorentina on loan.
United will receive a €5 million loan fee for the Dutch striker.
He wrote: “Fiorentina official bid for Joshua Zirkzee currently being assessed by Man United and player’s camp.
“Zirkzee will decide his future soon; #mufc would receive €5m loan fee, salary covered and buy option clause.”
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