Chelsea set to welcome new player after Madueke

Chelsea are said to be closing in on the signing of Lyon right-back Malo Gusto this January.

This comes as the Blues co-owner Todd Boehly is ready to splash yet more cash in his second transfer window since taking over the club.

A report via Foot Mercato revealed Gusto is set to move to London barring as it looks like the Blues have beaten off interest from Manchester United and Newcastle United.

Further reports claimed the 19-year-old star has been offered a six-and-a-half-year deal and massive pay which could see him force an exit away from Lyon despite their willingness to keep him until the end of the current season.

It looks like Chelsea have made headway ahead of the January deadline despite Manchester United and Newcastle both being credited with an interest in Gusto.

They would be welcoming Gusto after signing Noni Madueke over the weekend.

Gusto is currently worth around £13million, but the competition for his signature could see Lyon receive a larger fee.