Manchester City forward Daniel Strurridge is to join Chelsea, but the youngster's fee is yet to be determined.

Sturrdige is not applicable for a Bosman-style free transfer due to his age, and as a result City and Chelsea have failed to come to an agreement on a suitable compensation package.

City have placed a £10 million ‘development fee' on the promising 19-year-old, while Chelsea's offer currently stands at only £3 million.

‘The Citizens' have rejected Chelsea‘s initial offer, and a £5 million price tag looks more likely be the fee.

Strurridge has impressed with a strong showing for club and country, making 21 appearances and scoring five goals for Manchester City, while rising through the ranks of England's international setup..

City boss Mark Hughes has recognised the talented player, but could not accept his £55,000-a-week wage demands. 

Alerted to the situation, Chelsea sporting director Frank Arnesan, who has monitored the City striker's progress for three years, subsequently swooped to sign the striker.

Manchester City, on the other hand, have signed Aston Villa's Stuart Taylor, leaving current keeper Joe Hart to leave the Eastlands on loan.