Chelsea strike deal for Tyler Adams amid chaotic war with Liverpool over Moises Caicedo and Romeo La

Chelsea have struck a 20million deal to sign midfielder Tyler Adams from Leeds, talkSPORT understands. The 24-year-old is free to negotiate personal terms with the Blues now they have triggered his release clause.

Chelsea have struck a £20million deal to sign midfielder Tyler Adams from Leeds, talkSPORT understands.

The 24-year-old is free to negotiate personal terms with the Blues now they have triggered his release clause.

It comes on a chaotic morning at Chelsea which saw major developments in their bid to strengthen in midfield.

The Blues attempted to hijack Liverpool's move for Southampton star Romeo Lavia.

After the Reds saw three bids rejected for the 19-year-old, Chelsea swooped in with a £48m offer, which is also expected to be turned down as Saints hold out for £50m.

Then in a stunning twist, Liverpool outbid the Blues for Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo.

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Chelsea have been trying to sign Caicedo all summer but the Seagulls have stood firm on their £100m valuation.

The Blues saw three bids rejected, the latest worth £80m, and now the Reds have tabled the highest offer so far.

Adams' move to Stamford Bridge is far more straightforward.

The USA international became available for £20m after a release clause kicked in following Leeds' relegation to the Championship.

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Conor Gallagher is the only senior midfield partner for record signing Enzo Ferndnaez at Chelsea as things stand.

Teenager Carney Chuckwuemeka, who arrived from Aston Villa for £20m in 2022, is another possible option after impressing in pre-season.

However, Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly looks set to flex his financial muscles instead, having already spent close to £1billion in 15 months.

The Blues are running out of time to bolster their midfield ahead of their Premier League opener - against Liverpool of all teams - on Sunday.

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