Carney Chukwuemeka has officially transferred from Aston Villa to Chelsea after reaching an agreement on the conditions of a six-year contract.
This comes after the earlier week revelation that Chelsea had secured a deal with Villa for the 18-year-old’s long-term move to Stamford Bridge.
Introducing your newest blue, Carney Chukwuemeka! 🤝#ChukwuemekaIsChelsea pic.twitter.com/Ojsh38bKBC
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 4, 2022
Who Is Carney Chukwuemeka?
One of the nation’s most promising players, the midfield all-arounder just helped England win the Under-19 European Championship by scoring in the championship match against Israel. He played in each game for the Young Lions and was named to UEFA’s Team of the Tournament after a string of impressive showings.
Chukwuemeka began his junior career with Northampton Town, then transferred to Villa at the age of 12. He eventually made his professional Premier League debut against Tottenham in May 2021 after becoming pro. His ability to carry the ball and sense for an incisive pass have been crucial components in his quick ascent through the ranks.
A week later, he led Villa to a 2-1 FA Youth Cup final triumph over Liverpool, their first in the competition in 19 years, and finished as the tournament’s best goalscorer. In the Premier League season finale at Villa Park against Chelsea, he came off the bench and was also voted Academy Player of the Season.
What Did Chukwuemeka Say About His Move To Chelsea?
Chukwuemeka stated after finalizing his transfer to Stamford Bridge: ‘It’s been quite hectic but I couldn’t get Chelsea out of my head the last few days so I’m just happy and relieved that it’s all done.
‘I’m so excited and just can’t wait to get on the pitch, meet all the players and try to win games and trophies with Chelsea.’
The Chelsea chairman, Todd Boehly, stated: ‘Carney is one of the most exciting young players in Europe so we are really looking forward to seeing him in action at Stamford Bridge. We are delighted to be able to bring him to Chelsea and add such a talented young individual to our squad for the new season and beyond.’
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‘We are building for both the now and the future so signing one of the hottest teenage talents in English football fits with both those aims,’ Behdad Eghbali and José E. Feliciano, the club’s co-controlling owners stated.
‘Chelsea have shown that young potential can be fulfilled at this club and under our ownership we are determined this will continue. We are looking forward to Carney thriving here.’
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