Chelsea Signs Amougou, Eyes More Transfers

Chelsea has signed 19-year-old midfielder Mathis Amougou from Saint-Etienne for a reported fee of €15 million, marking their first permanent acquisition in the winter transfer window. Amougou, who has been a standout in Ligue 1, signed an eight-year contract with the club and will start training with the first team. Despite Chelsea's crowded midfield featuring players like Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez, Amougou is anticipated to bring dynamic, defensive capabilities to the squad. The club is also considering a potential loan to their sister club Strasbourg, depending on further midfield acquisitions. This signing aligns with Chelsea’s strategy of investing in young talent, as they express interest in other prospects like Dario Essugo from Sporting CP. Meanwhile, Chelsea's attack struggles with Nicolas Jackson's form, prompting the pursuit of new forwards such as Lorient's Eli Junior Kroupi.