The latest on Chelsea’s plans for incoming Lesley Ugochukwu
An insight into the plans of the powers that be at Premier League giants Chelsea for Lesley Ugochukwu has been forthcoming on Friday afternoon.
This, of course, comes ahead of an imminent announcement surrounding the young midfielder’s arrival at Stamford Bridge.
For those who may have missed it, fresh off seeing a 4th big-money proposal for Brighton & Hove Albion star Moises Caicedo rejected, the transfer team at Chelsea, on Friday, swooped in decisive fashion for fellow engine room target Ugochukwu.
A deal worth a fee in the region of €28 million is understood to have been agreed with Ligue 1 outfit Stade Rennais, with the 19-year-old primed to undergo a medical in west London over the days ahead.
Chelsea have reached verbal agreement with Rennes for Lesley Ugochukwu, deal in place — personal terms agreed, long term contract 🚨🔵🇫🇷 #CFC
Ugochukwu will sign for Chelsea then talks will follow to decide about loan to Strasbourg.
Fee around €27m, as @AdamLeventhal reports. pic.twitter.com/F887uzO03r
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 29, 2023
What, though, is Chelsea’s plan for Ugochukwu this coming season?
Well, as alluded to above, an insight into precisely that was forthcoming a short time ago.
During these talks, one of two calls will be made – either Ugochukwu remaining at Stamford Bridge, or joining sister club Strasbourg on a year-long loan.
Chelsea have sealed the agreement to sign 2004 talent Lesley Ugochukwu.
◉ €27/28m fee agreed with Rennes.
◉ Medical tests already booked.
◉ Long term deal also agreed.Loan to Strasbourg or staying at #CFC, decision to be made soon (also with Pochettino).
Here we go 🔵✔️ pic.twitter.com/wTTk8mI85s
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 29, 2023
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