Chelsea Signs Emanuel Emegha on Seven-Year Deal from Strasbourg for 2026

Chelsea have secured a pre-agreement to sign Dutch striker Emanuel Emegha from Strasbourg, with the move set for 2026 on a seven-year contract. Emegha will remain at Strasbourg for the 2025/26 season to continue leading the team, including in their UEFA Conference League campaign, before joining Chelsea, reflecting the club's long-term planning despite current striker injuries. The transfer is part of a broader strategic partnership between Chelsea and Strasbourg following Chelsea's parent company BlueCo's acquisition of the French club, facilitating player movements and development between the two teams. Meanwhile, Chelsea also pursued Mohammed Kudus from West Ham but were unable to agree on terms, as Kudus preferred Tottenham Hotspur due to their project and offer, illustrating Chelsea's active but sometimes challenged presence in the transfer market. This approach highlights Chelsea's focus on investing in promising young talents to strengthen their squad for future competitions under the guidance of head coach Enzo Maresca and owners Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital. The acquisition of Emegha underscores Chelsea's ambition to build a potent attacking lineup, complementing recent signings like Joao Pedro and Liam Delap.