Report: Chelsea pull off January coup, defender deal close after multi-club battle

Yisa Alao has been linked with a move away from Sheffield Wednesday in recent months.

The 17-year-old youngster is highly rated across the country, and several top clubs are monitoring his progress. Liverpool and Manchester United have Alao on their radar.

Chelsea set to sign Yisa Alao

A report from The Star, the player is now in on a January transfer to Chelsea. Sheffield Wednesday will receive a six-figure fee from the Premier League club, and there will be substantial add-ons included in the deal.