Moises Caicedo 'approves' major Chelsea deal as Mauricio Pochettino sends midfield transfer plea

Moises Caicedo has hinted on social media that he wants to join Chelsea this summer. The 21-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge recently as Mauricio Pochettino looks to further bolster his midfield.

football.london understands that the Blues have already had three bids for Caicedo rejected, but they remain confident they can secure his signature. It's believed that the Seagulls are determined to keep the Ecuador international unless their £100million valuation is met.

While Chelsea continue to negotiate a fee with Brighton, football.londonunderstands that Caicedo has verbally agreed personal terms over a potential transfer – but nothing has been signed yet. He's also recently confirmed his desire to join the club.

In the meantime, the Ecuadorian has dropped another clue regarding a potential move to west London. Caicedo has 'liked' a picture of Levi Colwill posing in the Blues home shirt celebrating his contract extension.

Chelsea confirmed that the 20-year-old defender extended his stay at Stamford Bridge until at least 2029 on Wednesday, August 2, and announced the deal on Instagram with a selection of images from a photoshoot in Chicago. football.london understands that Colwill had been subject to several bids from Brighton, who looked to bring him back to the Amex Stadium on a permanent basis after impressing last season on loan.

During talks which were initially scheduled for Caicedo, the Seagulls tried to include the England Under-21 international in a potential swap deal. But, the Blues viewed him as untouchable and he now looks set to play a major role for Mauricio Pochettino this season.

Regardless of whether Caicedo joins Chelsea this summer, the Brighton star is clearly pleased for his