According to German media outlet Bild via Standard Sport, Chelsea are closing in on a deal for Kai Havertz.

The Blues are keen on signing the 21 year old Bayer Leverkusen midfielder, having wrapped up deals for Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner.

The deal for Havertz had stalled due to Bayer Leverkusen’s £90 million asking price for Havertz but they are now showing flexibility over the payments.

According to the report, Bayer Leverkusen are willing to accept instalments for Havertz over the course of several years, with performance-related bonuses also included.