The USA international joined the Whites from RB Leipzig last summer, and he stood out for them despite his injury problems.

Adams is currently with the first-team squad, but he could head for the exit door soon due to a low relegation release clause (£20m).

Chelsea have been made aware of the figure, and they are expected to make a formal approach to sign him in the near future.

Instead of triggering the clause, the Blues are prepared to pay slightly more in order to negotiate a long-term payment plan.

Adams has yet to agree personal terms with the Blues, but it could be a formality once a transfer fee is sorted with Leeds.

The west London giants are planning to sign Adams irrespective of their pursuit of Moises Caicedo . They want two new holding midfielders.

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