A last-minute demand for higher wages may have ended Chelsea's hopes of landing £75million Real Madrid midfielder Isco in January.
The Stamford Bridge side had been hopeful of securing the Spaniard's signature, only for late interest from Paris Saint-Germain to lead the player's representatives to ask for a bigger wage packet.
The Spanish playmaker has found himself on the periphery of the first team under new boss Santiago Solari, and has been linked with several Premier League sides.
The Blues were happy to pay wages of £250,000 a week to the wantaway Spain international, plus agents' fees of 10% plus a signing bonus.
Yet the late demands convinced the Chelsea hierarchy that Isco was more interested in the money than playing for the FA Cup winners.
The 34-cap international has made just 11 appearances for his club since the start of the season, and will be allowed to leave the Bernabeu for the right price.
In better news, a move for USA international Christian Pulisic from Borussia Dortmnd appears to be edging closer to completion.
However, the £45million deal could be delayed until the summer, leaving Maurizio Sarri keen for more additions in January.
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