Chelsea are said to have finalized the acquisition of Portuguese midfielder Dario Essugo from Sporting CP for a sum of €22 million.
According to a post by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on Saturday via X, the 20-year-old has undergone his medical and will officially join the Blues this summer as part of the first-team squad.
Essugo is poised to ink a seven-year deal with Chelsea, solidifying the club's long-term strategy as part of their ongoing initiative at Stamford Bridge.
In the meantime, another talented player from Sporting, Geovany Quenda, is set to join Chelsea in 2026 following the agreement of a €48 million transfer deal.
Romano stated, "Dario Essugo heading to Chelsea, let's make it happen! An agreement has been reached with Sporting, and the medical check is complete."
€22 million transfer fee for a 20-year-old midfielder joining #CFC this summer with plans to be included in the first-team roster. Essugo is set to ink a seven-year contract.
Quenda will join in 2026 for an €48 million transfer fee.
The Blues are sticking to their robust recruitment approach, attracting promising youngsters with the aim of developing a strong team under manager Enzo Maresca’s leadership.
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