Ten Cate Confirms Talks

Ajax coach Henk Ten Cate has confirmed his current employers are in negotiations with Chelsea over his proposed move to Stamford Bridge.

Speculation has been rife in the past week with reports of Chelsea having earmarked Ten Cate to be the man to assist new incumbent Avram Grant.

Ten Cate has previously stated that he is content in Holland, at least until the end of the season, but it would appear he is moving closer to a switch to West London.

It is widely believed that Ten Cate has agreed a three-year deal but he insists he will only leave, should Ajax and Chelsea strike an amicable accord over his services.

"There has to be a solution between Ajax and Chelsea," Ten Cate said on RTL4-television.

"If that doesn't happen I will stay with Ajax and otherwise there is a chance I will leave."

A Chelsea spokesman has confirmed that an official statement will be made on Monday.