Marcos Alonso leaves Chelsea by mutual consent

Chelsea have confirmed the departure of Marcos Alonso on a free switch, with the left-back anticipated to hitch Barcelona imminently.

The Blues introduced in Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from Barcelona on Deadline Day and Alonso’s transfer to Camp Nou was organized as a part of the negotiations, however his signing was not accomplished earlier than the deadline.

As an alternative, Chelsea confirmed that Alonso had left the membership by mutual consent, that means he can be part of Barcelona as a free agent regardless that the switch window has closed.

Quite a few sources report that Alonso’s transfer to Barcelona might be made official on Friday, with private phrases already agreed nicely upfront and the left-back already in Spain to endure a medical.

The Blaugrana introduced in Hector Bellerin from Arsenal on Thursday night, registering him with La Liga simply two minutes earlier than the window closed, however they may not get the deal for Alonso finalised in time and have as an alternative labored with Chelsea on this artistic measure to make sure everyone will get their want.

For 31-year-old Alonso, it brings an finish to his six-year affiliation with Chelsea which yielded 212 appearances, 29 targets and 23 assists, in addition to one Premier League title and a Champions League triumph.