Chelsea Agrees to Sign Quenda, Essugo for €74M

Chelsea has finalized a significant double signing from Sporting Lisbon, acquiring youngsters Geovany Quenda and Dario Essugo for a combined fee of approximately £62.5 million (€74.5 million). The 17-year-old Quenda, a promising winger who has garnered attention from Manchester United, will officially join Chelsea in 2026 after continuing his development at Sporting. Meanwhile, 20-year-old Essugo will transfer to Chelsea this summer for a fixed fee, having made a mark as Sporting's youngest debutant. Both players are seen as part of Chelsea's strategy to strengthen their squad with highly-rated young talent. Quenda has already made his Champions League debut and scored his first league goal, while Essugo has been noted for his performances at Las Palmas, despite some disciplinary issues. The signings reflect Chelsea's commitment to future-proofing their roster with emerging talents.