Arda Turan never spoke to Chelsea about joining them, according to his agent.
The Atletico Madrid midfielder joined Barcelona last night in a £29million deal.
And his agent, Ahmet Bulut, told Turkish media outlet NTVSport.net: "We didn't talk with Chelsea at any moment?
We didn't talk with Chelsea at any moment? Barça have always been Arda's first option
Arda Turan's agent
"Barça have always been Arda's first option."
The Blues are reportedly expected to land Stoke shot-stopper Asmir Begovic this week.
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Arda Turan (left) only had eyes for Barcelona
Though Manchester United have been eyeing up a move for him, but the London Evening Standard claim Chelsea will win the race.
The west London outfit are expected to pay £8m with winger Victor Moses or striker Patrick Bamford going the other way on loan.
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