Ziyech is set to arrive from Ajax (Picture: Getty)

Hakim Ziyech is set to be given the green light to join Chelsea on 30 June, according to reports.

The 27-year-old is set to become Frank Lampard’s first signing as Chelsea boss after a £36.6million deal was agreed with Ajax earlier this year.

Chelsea were concerned the playmaker would be forced to stay at Ajax after FIFA said player contracts should reflect the extended 2019/20 season.

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The coronavirus pandemic has forced all sport to be suspended, but the Daily Mail claim Ziyech will be free to complete his transfer to Chelsea as first planned.

But Chelsea want to speak with Ziyech and his team, because the player will not be able to represent the Blues in what is left of their season.

The Premier League has extended the league campaign indefinitely and are hopeful the postponed games can be played during the summer.

Ziyech was due to become a Chelsea player on 30 June (Picture: Getty)

Chelsea intend to discuss with Ziyech when he should link up with his new team-mates, with Lampard’s squad waiting for the green light to return to training.

The summer transfer window might be moved to accommodate games and that could effect when Ziyech’s transfer will officially go through.

Chelsea will speak to Ziyech about his future when further details surrounding the Premier League’s plans become clearer.

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