Chelsea Transfer News: Two More Brazilians on Their Way to Stamford Bridge

Nov 29, 2012 11:18 PM EST

The ever-growing contingent of Brazilians at Chelsea does not look like stopping with two more from the Samba country on the verge of making a move to Stamford Bridge.

Taison Freda and Wallace are on their way to Chelsea with the latter's signing as good as confirmed.

Taison, on the other hand was brought to London this week and was up in the stands watching Chelsea's 0-0 draw with Fulham. The Metalist Kharkiv forward is another one of those beguiling Brazilians, who is wonderful on the ball, while also having an eye for goal.

The Blues will pay around £10 million ($16 million) for the Brazilian's services, according to the Daily Mail. There will be some work permit problems as Taison is yet to make an appearance in the Brazilian national team, but Chelsea are hoping a "special talent" visa will be granted.

The 23-year-old is capable of playing along the forward line, and it remains to be seen, if the move is made, the apparent interest in Andre Schurrle will be revived or not.

Meanwhile, Fluminense full-back Wallace as good as confirmed his impending move to Chelsea. The highly-rated 18-year-old has been linked with a move to Chelsea for some time, with the Blues looking to seal a £5 million ($8 million) deal.

"It's always helpful having Brazilian teammates playing alongside you, as they normally are settled down, so they can give you some advice and this is important, even regarding language," the 18-year-old told Fox Sports Brazil.

"Now that I'm moving to London I'll have to learn some English but they are used to this and they will surely help me a lot.

"I used to follow the Spanish league and its big clubs like Real Madrid but now as I'm moving to Chelsea I'm following the club more closely, especially after the Champions League title.

"I watch Chelsea games whenever I can, sometimes I can't watch because I'm playing or concentrated with my team, but I don't miss a chance to see them playing on TV."

Wallace and Taison, if confirmed, will join compatriots Ramires, David Luiz, Oscar and Lucas Piazon.

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