Chelsea sign Villa starlet Carney Chukwuemeka for £20m

Chelsea have signed thrilling academy prospect Carney Chukwuemeka from Aston Villa for a reported price of £20m.

The 18-year-old has signed a six-year deal at Chelsea, after refusing to signal a brand new contract at Villa.

Chukwuemeka starred in England’s Underneath-19 European Championship glory in July, as he performed a significant half within the children lifting the Euro trophy.

After scoring in further time of the Euro Ultimate, Chukwuemeka instantly grew to become a sizzling property this Summer season, with Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly singing the praises of the younger midfielder:

“Carney is without doubt one of the most enjoyable younger gamers in Europe so we’re actually trying ahead to seeing him in motion at Stamford Bridge.

“We’re delighted to have the ability to convey him to Chelsea and add such a proficient younger particular person to our squad for the brand new season and past.”

The midfielder made a powerful 12 appearances for Villa final season nonetheless is eager on extra first group recreation time having solely began two Premier League matches.

Signing for Chelsea was a simple determination for Chukwuemeka, who was unnoticed of Villa’s pre-season tour after deciding to go away.

“It’s been fairly hectic however I couldn’t get Chelsea out of my head the previous couple of days so I’m simply pleased and relieved that it’s all finished,” stated Chukwuemeka.

“I’m so excited and simply can’t wait to get on the pitch, meet all of the gamers and attempt to win video games and trophies with Chelsea.”

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Chelsea have made their switch intent clear this Summer season, signing Raheem Sterling, Kalidou Koulibaly in addition to 18-year-old’s Gabriel Slonina and now Chukwuemeka.

The Blues are additionally reportedly additionally on the verge of bringing Brighton defender Marc Cucurella to The Bridge, after he rejected Manchester Metropolis’s £30m supply in July.

Chelsea start their season with a visit to Everton on Saturday afternoon, with Chukwuemeka hoping to play his first minutes in a Chelsea shirt.

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