Blues target Alex capture
31 Jul 2007 - 07:20:30
Chelsea have made a move to complete the signing of central defender Alex from PSV Eindhoven, having applied for a work permit for the Brazilian.
The 25-year-old stopper flew in on Monday to discuss personal terms, but left after a hold-up at Heathrow Airport over his legal entitlement to enter the country.
However, a statement from the Blues confirmed: "Alex was due to arrive into England to discuss personal terms.
"Chelsea Football Club are in the process of applying for a work permit for the player in line with normal football and employment procedure.
"At airport immigration there was a request to clarify Alex's current status. All of the paperwork for his entry was in order.
"After an initial delay, he was cleared to enter the country. He chose voluntarily to fly back, but will return when necessary."