Chelsea is inching closer to signing Moises Caicedo from Brighton & Hove Albion.
The Ecuadorian midfielder has been on Chelsea’s radar for some time now.
If the deal goes through in time,the 21 year old could make his debut for the Blues in a high-stakes encounter against Liverpool on Sunday.
Rumors of Chelsea’s interest in Moises Caicedo have been circulating for months, with the club reportedly impressed by the young midfielder’s versatility, tenacity, and technical prowess.
A product of Independiente del Valle in Ecuador, Caicedo quickly caught the eye with his performances during the World Cup.
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Brighton secured his services in early 2021, but the allure of a move to a top-tier club like Chelsea seems to have accelerated his potential departure.
Sources close to the situation suggest that negotiations between Chelsea and Brighton have progressed significantly, and the deal is now in its final stages.
According to Goal,talks were forward this week after the player missed a pre-season friendly and snubbed training in a bid to force a transfer.
However, it is still unclear whether Chelsea will meet Brighton’s £100m valuation of the midfielder, with their last bid falling some £20m short.
While the finer details are yet to be officially announced, the fee is believed to be substantial, showcasing Chelsea’s strong commitment to bringing Caicedo to Stamford Bridge.
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While only time will tell how impactful Caicedo’s arrival will be for the Blues, there’s no denying that his addition to the squad could herald a new era of midfield.
