That was the assessment of European Commission chief Ursula von the Lion on Wednesday.

Britain and the EU are in the final part of talks to keep around $1 trillion of annual trade free of tariffs and quotas beyond December 31st.

On that date, the UK finally transitions out of the world's largest trading block.

There is a path to a new agreement now, the past, maybe very narrow, but it is there and it is there for our responsibility to continue trying.

When asked about Vonda Lions optimistic tone one UK officials said Quote.

We've made some progress, but we're still very far apart in key areas.

Still not there.

Sticking points still include access to UK fishing waters and how to ensure a level playing field for competition.

In Parliament Wednesday, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson tried to sound hopeful.

Though Mr Speaker, there's every opportunity notwithstanding the slight Arab uncharacteristic air of gloom.

From the right on gentlemen eyes every opportunity that every hope I have that our friends and partners across the channel will will see sense and do a deal.