Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu from Rennes for €27m (£23.1m).
Chelsea Football Club is considering the future of Lesley Ugochukwu, the 19-year-old midfielder they have recently acquired from Rennes in a deal worth €27 million (£23.1 million). The Blues are yet to finalize whether Ugochukwu will be included in Mauricio Pochettino’s first-team squad or be sent out on loan for further development.
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Speculation suggests that a temporary move to Strasbourg is a possibility, especially since Chelsea has a majority stake in the Ligue 1 side. Lesley Ugochukwu, who progressed through Rennes’ academy, boasts an impressive track record, having made 60 appearances for the club, including 35 in various competitions last season. His preferred position on the field is as a holding midfielder, and he has already earned six caps for France U19s.
Lesley Ugochukwu and what it means for Chelsea.
The addition of Lesley Ugochukwu marks yet another step in Chelsea’s midfield overhaul, as several players like Mason Mount, Mateo Kovacic, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, and N’Golo Kante have departed the club during this summer transfer window.
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Meanwhile, Chelsea’s pursuit of midfielder Moises Caicedo from Brighton & Hove Albion has faced challenges. The club recently had their second offer, worth £80 million, rejected by Brighton. The Seagulls had previously turned down a £70 million bid for Caicedo, valuing him around the £100 million mark.
The 21-year-old, signed from Ecuadorian club Independiente del Valle for £4.5 million in 2021, is highly regarded by Brighton, considering him on par with Arsenal’s record signing, Declan Rice.
Despite the setback, there were indications that Caicedo would be open to joining Chelsea if an agreement can be reached between the two clubs. Personal terms are not expected to pose an issue in the potential transfer. However, as of now, there are no ongoing negotiations between Chelsea and Brighton.
As the summer transfer window progresses, Chelsea’s fans and football pundits are keenly watching how these midfield developments will shape the squad ahead of the upcoming season.
That is all for now on Chelsea transfer news: Blues agree £23.1m deal to sign Lesley Ugochukwu from Rennes
