Chelsea are nearing a deal to sign highly-rated Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes in a £30million deal, reports in France claim.
The centre back has established himself as a regular starter at the back for Christophe Galtier's men having started most of their games in Ligue 1 this season, and had been leading their cause with the team currently in the top four.
The Brazilian's performances in France have turned the heads of clubs in England, including Arsenal and Everton. But according to Eurosport, both teams are trailing Chelsea, who have 'almost completed' the transfer.