Winger Callum Hudson-Odoi is on the verge of leaving Chelsea on loan for more playing time.
It is understood the Blues have given him the greenlight to seek for a move away temporarily as they do not intend losing the 21-year-old permanently.
No deal has been finalised despite offers being on the table for the youngster, having been linked with German giants, Borussia Dortmund and English Premier League outfits, Newcastle and Southampton.
The signing of Raheem Sterling plus the availability of Kai Havertz and Mason Mount has limited opportunities for the forward.
Hudson-Odoi did not make the bench against Everton and was an unused substitute in Sunday’s controversial draw with Tottenham.