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Chelsea Reportedly Close to Signing Sheffield Wednesday Prospect Yisa Alao

Financial pressures at Sheffield Wednesday heighten expectations of a sale following rival Premier League bids.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets citing The Sheffield Star report that Chelsea are edging closer to an agreement for the 17-year-old left-back.
  • Manchester United have submitted an offer of around £400,000 plus add-ons, according to the Manchester Evening News and other reports.
  • Chelsea’s proposal is described as a larger, high six-figure upfront fee with significant performance-related bonuses.
  • Liverpool have registered interest with an undisclosed offer reported by local coverage, leaving their stance less defined.
  • No transfer has been announced as Wednesday weigh bids during administration and an 18-point deduction, with Alao recently breaking into the first team and offered his first professional contract.