Petr Cech, 33, has agreed personal terms in principle on a switch to Arsenal.
According to reports, it is understand that the two clubs are still not close to agreeing a fee and negotiations will continue this week.
The transfer fee is unknown but it will be a cash only deal, with Chelsea’s request to receive a home-grown player as part of the proposed transfer no longer being considered.
Petr Cech has been with Chelsea football club since January 2004.
He has several titles with the London outfit including the UEFA champions league and the Barclays Premier league title.
