Chelsea secures Geovany Quenda from Sporting CP for £40m

Chelsea has successfully signed 17-year-old winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting CP for a deal reported to be worth between £37.8 million and £42 million, with the player set to join the club in summer 2026. Despite strong interest from Manchester United, where Quenda's former coach Ruben Amorim had hoped to bring him to Old Trafford, the teenager opted for Chelsea primarily because they promised to use him as a winger rather than a wing-back, which aligns with his preferences. Quenda has had a breakout season at Sporting, making 43 appearances and contributing significantly with two goals and eight assists. The agreement comes amidst United's financial constraints and their decision to pursue other options like Patrick Dorgu, which affected their bid for Quenda. Chelsea's quicker financial maneuvering and their clear vision for Quenda's role were decisive factors in securing his signature. Quenda has already been named in the Portugal squad for upcoming international fixtures, further highlighting his rising status in football.