LONDON — Chelsea is expected to sign English winger Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund, the German club said Thursday. Gittens follows in the footsteps of Jadon Sancho, another former Manchester City youth player who developed his game at Dortmund.

Chelsea have signed Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund on a contract until 2032, the Premier League club said on Saturday. "It feels great," Gittens said. "It's a great feeling to join such a big club as Chelsea.

Chelsea marched on to the semifinals of the Club World Cup, surviving a spirited effort from Brazilian side Palmeiras to run out 2-1 winners. An early strike from Cole Palmer and a late own goal from Agustin Giay — where goalkeeper Weverton was the primary culprit — made the difference at Lincoln Financial Field in an entertaining game where Chelsea were good value for the win.

Chelsea and Palmeiras meet in Philadelphia on Friday in a tasty quarterfinal at the FIFA Club World Cup. MORE — Prize money list for Club World Cup. Palmeiras have been very imp

Chelsea will look to book their spot in the semi-finals of the Club World Cup with a victory over Palmeiras in Philadelphia. Chelsea are the only Premier League side left in the competition after Manchester City were dumped out by Al-Hilal earlier this week.