Barcelona are getting closer to securing Chelsea ace Willian to a Bosman pre-contract.

Marca says Barca almost have a deal finalised to bring the 31-year-old, whose contract with Chelsea expires in June, to the Nou Camp this summer.

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has urged the club to go all out and tie down Willian's future, with the winger becoming a favourite for the new manager after Eden Hazard's departure to Real Madrid.

The Blues have already offered the forward a one-year extension, though the player is seeking a two-year deal and increase on his £110,000-a-week wages.

But Willian's representatives are also said to have met with Barca bosses "several times" to discuss terms over a free transfer at the end of the term.