Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Carney Chukwuemeka from Aston Villa.
The club have just announced the shock signing on their website, with absolutely no warning from any insiders.
Aston Villa and Chelsea can confirm that the clubs have reached an agreement for the permanent transfer of Carney Chukwuemeka.
The 18-year-old has been given permission to travel to London to discuss both personal terms and undergo a medical.
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 2, 2022
Various reports, like this one in the Mirror, have cited a £20m fee for the player, who is one year from the end of his contract.
That kind of money, for an 18 year old with a year left to run on his deal, shows just how highly rated he is, and just how much interest Chelsea must have had to fight off.
Chukwuemeka starred for England in their European Championship win this summer, and will join international teammates like Harvey Vale at Stamford Bridge.
It’s reported that Thomas Tuchel met the midfielder to promise him playing time last week, and clearly he’s been convinced.
After a frustrating spell in the transfer window, this is an immensely exciting moment for Chelsea and their fans.
