Transfer news: Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien to complete AC Milan move

Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien could be on his way out of the club in January according to his agent (GETTY IMAGES)

Chelsea have reached an agreement for the transfer of midfielder Michael Essien to AC Milan, the Barclays Premier League club have announced.

The 31-year-old has found opportunities limited at Stamford Bridge since returning from a loan spell at Real Madrid last season and had permission from Jose Mourinho to leave.

A Chelsea statement on Friday night confirmed a deal had been struck with Milan for the Ghana international.

It read: "Chelsea Football Club and AC Milan have reached an agreement for the transfer of Michael Essien to the Serie A side.

"Essien has travelled to Italy and the completion of the move is subject to him agreeing personal terms with Milan and passing a medical examination."

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