The former Arsenal striker is heading back to the Premier League - with details of his move to Chelsea revealed and the Blues sacrificing a star to get it done
After weeks of waiting, he has been promised he will get the move he desires, although it is being dealt with separately to a second operation.
The Blues are keen on the striker but any move to bring him to Stamford Bridge will not be straight forward.
Man Utd's search for a new striker has now taken them to France, while Leeds have joined the mix to sign a Benfica star and Barcelona are eyeing yet another signing.
Chelsea are clearing the deck for more arrivals and two stars they're poised to axe will generate the club hefty losses on their outlays.
Barca remain hopeful of landing the Blues defender after he openly requested to quit Stamford Bridge for a move to Catalonia.
The main casualty from Chelsea's purchase of Marc Cucurella will be Marcos Alonso, who could take a flight to his next destination this weekend - even if he'll have to wait a while for confirmation after.
Chelsea have retaliated against Barcelona, who now look set to snap up long-term Blues target Jules Kounde
Chelsea and Barcelona seem to be intertwined with transfers this summer and there has been a fresh twist when it comes to Marcos Alonso's future.
Three Blues defenders are on focus and new owner Todd Boehly has big plans for one in particular.
United look to be fading from the De Jong picture with reports in Spain now claiming it is Chelsea who hold all the ace cards
Barcelona are encountering difficulties pursuing Cesar Azpilicueta, but look set to get their way for his teammate - for less than the Blues hoped for.
Both defenders have agreed personal terms, however, the asking price may be holding up the deal as Barcelona struggle financially
Marcos Alonso wants to go back to Spain this summer and Barcelona have offered Chelsea a 17-cap international in return
The left-back's time at Stamford Bridge appears to be drawing to a close with the details revealed over his ongoing talks with Barcelona
Cesar Azpilicueta will meet again with Chelsea officials to hammer out his future, claims a reliable source.
Chelsea and Barcelona could be involved in a four-player swap deal this summer, as soon as the Blues get their takeover done
“It was normally a free day and of course maybe some felt it was a punishment but it wasn’t."
Thomas Tuchel hauled one Chelsea player off at half-time on Saturday, but the club have denied their was a bust-up.
Chelsea have reached a surprising stance on Alonso's future in a move that could see a current loanee handed a greater role next season.
Barcelona are already pursuing Chelsea stars Andreas Christensen and Cesar Azpilicueta - now a third name can be added to the list
The Manchester City legend has been running the rule over the remaining teams but one man has seen it all before.
He has reiterated his desire to play in a different league, but the answer to a follow-on question provided a twist regarding his focus
Describing Chelsea as the "most important club" of his career, the wide man has made no secret of his "only target" in the blue shirt
The Blues player has taken on an added significance recently, to the extent that a long-term admirer remember he is their dream target
The duo have told their representatives of their plans, despite still having decent chances for gametime at Stamford Bridge
"Is that possible? Maybe not," he admits when contemplating how to react to a new issue that has arisen
One Chelsea star could join Barcelona in January as he supports the Catalan giants, according to a report
Chelsea will have to fend off a Serie A giant to keep hold of one of Thomas Tuchel's favourite first-team members
Thomas Tuchel could be on a collision course with Chelsea over a star he favours that the club tried to offload this summer.