Theo Epstein agreed to a contract with the Cubs four days ago, but the two teams have yet to agree on a compensation package for the general manager.
An executive familiar with the negotiations described the talks as "business-like, civil and moving forward over the weekend" and there were no indications that the talks would break down.
Because Epstein has a year remaining on his contract, the Red Sox are seeking top prospects from the Cubs.
Compensation Talks Between Cubs, Red Sox Moving Forward