The 27-year-old is behind Ben Chilwell and Marcos Alonso in the pecking order and does not have a place in Thomas Tuchel’s plans for the 2021/22 season.
With Chelsea willing to part ways with Emerson during the ongoing transfer window, he has been heavily linked with a return to Italy, where Inter and Napoli are said to be keen.
However, it appears that the former Roma full-back is heading to France, with Ligue 1 club Lyon in advanced negotiations with Chelsea over a deal.
According to Italian outlet Calciomercato.com, Emerson is one step away from joining Peter Bosz’s side, who could reach an agreement with Chelsea soon.
Lyon have pushed forward with their interest in the Italy international after missing out on the signing of Layvin Kurzawa from Paris Saint-Germain.
Having turned their attention towards Emerson, the French top flight club are hopeful of getting a deal over the line for him soon.
Lyon signing Emerson will come as good news to Burnley, who are looking to sign Maxwel Cornet, who can operate as a left-back or a left-winger, from the Ligue 1 outfit.
