Premier League leaders Chelsea appear to be closing in on the signing of Juan Cuadrado after reportedly striking a multi-faceted deal with Fiorentina for the winger.

The Blues have apparently agreed to pay an initial fee of £23.33m, plus a series of add-ons which equate to the Colombian's £26.34m release clause.

Sky Sports News also claims that Mohamed Salah could move the other way on an 18-month free loan.

Contracts are now being drawn up between the three parties and Jose Mourinho is said to be hopeful of having Cuadrado available for Saturday's top-of-the-table clash against Manchester City at Stamford Bridge.

Cuadrado's arrival would pave the way for German World Cup winner Andre Schurrle to complete his £23m move to Wolfsburg before Monday's transfer deadline.