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Chelsea and Barcelona 'reach verbal agreement' over deal for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

Chelsea and Barcelona have reportedly reached a verbal agreement for the transfer of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang with the striker set to fly to London this afternoon to complete his switch.

The Blues' bid is thought to be worth £6.5million and include out of favour left back Marcos Alonso heading to the Nou Camp.

It's thought Aubameyang has agreed terms on an initial two-year deal and he is now preparing to fly to London to put the finishing touches to his move before the 11pm transfer deadline.

Chelsea and Barcelona have reportedly struck an agreement for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Chelsea have booked a private plane to bring their new striker to London that will depart from Barcelona at 2:15pm

It appears Chelsea have hired a private jet to bring their new striker to London that will depart from Barcelona at 2:15pm.