Chelsea have reached an agreement with Ajax to sign Moroccan winger Hakim Ziyech this summer the BBC reports.

The 26 year old has been a rumoured target for the Blues, Arsenal and Tottenham in transfer windows gone by, but reports broke on Wednesday that the Blues were in advanced talks for the 26-year-old.

Ajax were unwilling to sell the Morocco international in the transfer window as they chase the Eredevisie title.

Ziyech is Frank Lampard’s first signing since the Blue’s 2 year transfer ban was lifted.

Ajax have confirmed they have accepted a fee of 40m euros (£33.3m) – potentially rising to 44m euros (£36.6m) – with the move subject to Ziyech agreeing personal terms.

Ziyech contributed to an Ajax goal against Chelsea in the 4-4 draw in their Champions League group game in November.

The winger’s free-kick from near the corner flag curled over Kepa Arrizabalaga’s head and hit the far post before rebounding in off the Chelsea goalkeeper for an own goal.

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