Chelsea Football Club has bolstered its future lineup by securing agreements to sign Sporting Lisbon’s promising talents, Geovany Quenda and Dario Essugo, in a combined deal valued at up to €74.4 million ($81.15 million).
🚨Chelsea have signed Geovany Quenda and Dário Essugo from Sporting, clubs confirm.
€74m total package for both players with Quenda to join in summer 2026, Essugo to join in summer 2025. #CFC
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Geovany Quenda: A Rising Star
At just 17, winger Geovany Quenda has already made significant strides in European football. Born in Guinea-Bissau, Quenda moved to Portugal as a child and began his football journey with Damaiense’s under-10s.
His exceptional talent led him to Benfica’s youth ranks before he transitioned to Sporting CP, where he continued to flourish.
Quenda’s performances have been noteworthy; he made his first-team debut for Sporting in August 2024 and became the youngest player to score for the club in the Supertaca Candido de Oliveira against Porto.
His versatility allows him to operate effectively on both flanks, making him a valuable asset for any team.
Chelsea has agreed to pay up to €52 million, including variable components, for Quenda.
However, fans will have to wait to see him in action at Stamford Bridge, as he will remain with Sporting until the end of the 2025–26 season, joining the Blues in the summer of 2026.
Dario Essugo: Midfield Prodigy
Midfielder Dario Essugo, 20, has also caught Chelsea’s eye. Essugo made headlines in 2021 when he debuted for Sporting at just 16, becoming the club’s youngest-ever player.
This season, Essugo has been honing his skills on loan at LaLiga side Las Palmas, where his performances have solidified his reputation as a tenacious defensive midfielder.
Chelsea has secured his services for a fixed fee of €22.2 million, with plans for him to integrate into the squad this summer.
These signings underscore Chelsea’s commitment to investing in young talent. The club has been proactive in securing the next generation of football stars, having also finalized deals for 17-year-old Brazilian Estevao Willian and Ecuadorian midfielder Kendry Paez.
By planning for the future, Chelsea aims to maintain its competitive edge both domestically and in European competitions.
The acquisitions of Quenda and Essugo reflect a strategic approach to squad development, ensuring a blend of experience and youthful exuberance in the team’s dynamics.
As these young talents prepare to don the Chelsea jersey, supporters eagerly anticipate the fresh energy and skill they will bring to Stamford Bridge in the coming seasons.
