Andriy Shevchenko is key to Chelsea signing AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Gazzetta dello SportChelsea-owned striker Shevchenko has been a crucial mediator and translator between Ancelotti and Blues owner Roman Abramovich.
The Russian tycoon may have used Sheva as a middleman in order to keep his intentions quiet.
Shevchenko has spent the season on loan at San Siro but he may return to London with Carletto this summer.