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Chelsea 'are approaching agreement with Barcelona over a deal for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang', with a deal for the 33-year-old striker culled by Arsenal 'close' as Barca demand £21m

Chelsea are 'close' to sealing the transfer of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from Barcelona, according to reports.

Sportsmail reported on Friday the Blues were optimistic of making a deal happen for the veteran striker.

And now Sky Sports claim Thomas Tuchel's side are in advanced talks with the Spanish giants to sign Gabonese star Aubameyang.

Chelsea are reportedly 'close' to sealing a move for Barcelona's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

The value of the deal is thought to be between £15-25million, with Barca demanding £21m for the 33-year-old but Chelsea hoping to sign him for a fee towards the lower end of that scale.