Journalist David Ornstein reported that the transfer deal for Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund to Chelsea is nearing completion, following ongoing negotiations between the two clubs in recent days.

Chelsea had failed to finalize the deal before the transfer window closed for the Club World Cup earlier this month, but discussions have continued, with optimism about reaching a final agreement soon, despite Bayern Munich's interest in signing the player as well.

Gittens prefers to move to Chelsea, having reached a personal agreement with the London club to sign a long-term contract for seven years, pending only an official agreement between the two clubs.

The presence of both Chelsea and Borussia Dortmund in the United States for the Club World Cup has facilitated the negotiation process between the two parties, paving the way for the finalization of the deal.