Chelsea are ‘in final discussions’ to sign Caicedo after star ‘decided’ on move

BRIGHTON midfielder has agreed to join Chelsea, according to reports.

The midfielder has been linked with a move away from East Sussex since January.

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Roberto De Zerbi refused to let him go mid-season, but club officials are now open to offers.

Caicedo previously revealed his desire to join Arsenal in a shock statement at the beginning of the year.

But the Gunners have since withdrawn their interest.

And according to football journalist Florian Plettenberg, he now wants to join Chelsea.

Caicedo is said to be in the final stages of negotiations with the Blues.

Brighton are reportedly demanding £70-80million for the midfielder, but owner Tony Bloom has claimed that he is worth £120m.

Meanwhile, Arsenal are in advanced talks to sign Declan Rice from West Ham.

The Gunners had a bid worth £90m rejected on Thursday morning, but they have since gone back in with another offer worth £100m.

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Arsenal are also keen on the prospect of signing Kai Havertz from Chelsea.

The Blues want £70million for the Germany international, but the Gunners are hoping to negotiate a cheaper deal.

Personal terms between the two parties are reportedly close to being agreed.