Liverpool confirm Keita - Chelsea close in on Chamberlain
Liverpool have confirmed the signing of RB Liepzig midfielder Naby Keita while Chelsea are on the verge of completing the signing of Arsenal midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.
The Reds have agreed a deal with the German club and the midfielder, that will see the 22-year-old move to Anfield on July 1, 2018 following the conclusion of the current season.
Keita, a Guinea international, joined Leipzig from Red Bull Salzburg in 2016 and scored eight goals in 31 Bundesliga appearances last term to help them to a second-place finish.
“I am delighted that an agreement has been reached which will allow me to join Liverpool Football Club next summer, when I will become part of a project that excites me greatly,” he said.
“My commitment to RBL remains absolute for the remainder of my time at the club. I have given my all every time I have worn the shirt – that will be the case until the final whistle, in my final appearance.
“Having my future resolved means I can now focus on helping RBL achieve great things this season. Until I join my new club, next summer, I will remain an interested supporter from a distance.”
Another player who could be on the move is Arsenal midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.
The man known as the "The Ox" will be out of contract next summer and has refused to sign a new deal at Emirates.
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte had made it clear he wanted to add further to his squad before the transfer window closes on Thursday.
According to reports the Gunners and the blues have agreed on a £35m deal.