"Chelsea are one step away from signing Lavia

Chelsea are close to signing Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia, Sky Sports reports.

Romeo Lavia, Getty Images

According to a source, Chelsea representatives are currently finalising the transfer of Lavia. "The Saints want to receive about £50 million for this transfer. It is known that the Londoners made a better offer than Liverpool, who offered £48 million.

Interestingly, Chelsea also wants to sign Moises Caicedo from Brighton. "The Blues need to withstand the fight against Liverpool, who have already made an offer of £110m.