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Aaron Catterson-Reid

Chelsea 'agree' £12m deal to sign their very own Manuel Neuer amid Kepa Arrizabalaga exit

Chelsea have agreed a $15 million (£12.3 million) fee with Chicago Fire for young goalkeeper Gaga Slonina, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.

The Blues have been linked with a move for Slonina in recent times, with second-choice 'keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga seemingly on his way to Serie A side Napoli on loan. Now, Romano has taken to social media to deliver an update on their move for the MLS star, claiming that the player and his agent will arrive in London today to complete his medical and sign.

He wrote on Twitter: "Excl: Gaga Slonina to Chelsea, here we go! Agreement with Chicago Fire for $15m, add-ons included. Talented GK and his agent will fly to London on Sunday to complete medical and sign.

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