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Talks

Chelsea are reportedly confident of securing a deal for Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarria. Negotiations are currently underway with the La Liga club. This potential signing comes as Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso looks to further strengthen his squad.

Deal agreed

Rayo Vallecano has confirmed the sale of Pep Chavarría to Chelsea for €25 million plus bonuses. The left-back's move is set to become official in the coming hours, making him the most expensive sale in Rayo's history. He will compete for a starting spot with Jorrel Hato at Chelse

Personal terms

Chelsea have reportedly submitted an improved bid for Rayo Vallecano's 28-year-old Spanish left-back Pep Chavarria. The Blues are said to have already agreed personal terms with the player and are pushing to complete the deal.

Talks

Chelsea are in club-to-club negotiations with Rayo Vallecano for 28-year-old Spanish defender Pep Chavarria, who is keen on a move to west London. The Blues were initially quoted €15m (£12.8m), but the asking price has since increased to €25m (£21.3m). Talks have been frustrating

Talks

Chelsea are in difficult negotiations with Rayo Vallecano for full-back Pep Chavarria. Rayo are demanding his £42.4m release clause be met, having rejected an initial £15m bid and a subsequent £21.2m offer from Chelsea. Negotiations remain ongoing, with Chavarria reportedly keen

Talks

Chelsea are continuing talks with Rayo Vallecano for left-back Pep Chavarria. Rayo Vallecano has increased their asking price from €15m (£12.8m) to €25m (£21.3m), delaying the transfer. Chavarria is reportedly keen on the move to Stamford Bridge.

Personal terms

Chelsea are in active talks with Rayo Vallecano to sign left-back Pep Chavarría. Personal terms have already been agreed with the player, and club-to-club negotiations are currently underway.

Personal terms

Chelsea are accelerating their pursuit of Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarría. The English club is preparing a new offer of €25 million, including bonuses, for the Spanish player. Chavarría has already agreed personal terms with Chelsea and hopes the clubs can finalize a deal