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Brazil striker Alexandre Pato to arrive in London tomorrow ahead of Chelsea move
ALEXANDRE PATO'S agent has told Brazilian media that the striker is set to arrive in England tomorrow to complete his six-month loan move to Chelsea.
Pato is expected in London this evening
Talks between Chelsea and Corinthians have been ongoing for weeks but it appears the saga will end this week.
Former manager Jose Mourinho has initially struck a deal for the player with the Brazilian club but new interim boss Guus Hiddink had doubts.
But Pato's agent Gilmar Veloz has told Brazilian TV channel SporTV, the Blues have agreed to a six-month loan deal for the forward and will pay his wages.
He is expected to leave Guarulhos Airport at 11.50pm Brazilian time and arrive in London tomorrow morning.
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With personal terms already agreed, Chelsea will announce the deal once the 26-year-old has passed a medical.
The deal for Pato is likely to see Loic Remy leave the club with Newcastle and Crystal Palace both keen on the French striker.
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