Werder Bremen chief Klaus Allofs has confirmed plans to sign Chelsea winger Kevin de Bruyne.
Werder hope to take De Bruyne on-loan for the new season.
"It looks good. We have been in contact for several months with the player, his agent and his club. But it is not a done deal yet," said Allofs.
"A loan would certainly be worthwhile.
"The case will be completed next week as the British are back from their US trip."