Chelsea to sign England youth star Nick Powell

Chelsea are reportedly close to a agreeing a deal to sign Crewe Alexandra star Nick Powell.

The attacking midfielder in considered one of the hottest young talents outside of the Premier League.

Arsenal had also been tracking the 17-year-old, who has represented England 25 times at youth level, but the Blues look likely to win the race for the player after making an offer that could reach £5m, according to The Sun

Powell has scored 11 goals for the League Two side this season.