After the disappointment of finishing runners-up to Sir Alex Ferguson's side yesterday, the Blues look to have been boosted by agreeing a £16million deal for the Portugal right-back.

The Porto player is currently in England undergoing a medical and is in the process of agreeing personal terms.

A statement on the official Chelsea website said: "Chelsea can confirm it has reached agreement with FC Porto for the transfer of Jose Bosingwa. The player is now in England to discuss personal terms and undergo a medical.”

The player is likely to sign a five-year contract at Stamford Bridge.

His arrival will place more speculation on the future of Julian Belletti who has been ignored in recent weeks with Michael Essien playing at right-back.

Chelsea’s other right-back, Portuguese international Paulo Ferreira, signed a five-year deal earlier this season and is unlikely to move on.

United have long been in the hunt for a right-back and assistant coach Carlos Queiroz confirmed their interest in the player earlier in the season.

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