Chelsea reach full agreement to sign Aaron Anselmino - sources

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16 Jul 2024, 2:00 pm

Chelsea have reached a full agreement to sign Aaron Anselmino from Boca Juniors for £17million plus add-ons, sources have told Football Insider.

The plan is for the centre-back, 19, to return to Buenos Aires-based Boca Juniors for six months on an initial loan. This will be reviewed at the end of the Argentine league’s season in December.

Chelsea have yet to announce the Anselmino deal but it is believed it is all finalised barring formalities.

The Londoners have beaten off competition from Man United to get a deal done. United are believed to have made a "major offer" for the rising star but they have been trumped by Chelsea.

The 19-year-old looks set to be the latest South American wonderkid to join the West London club after the two clubs agreed to a £17million plus add-ons fee.

Man United submitted 'major' offer for Aaron Anselmino

Anselmino may only be 19-years-old, but he's already been touted as a potential superstar. Chelsea have secured the signing of an impressive two-footed centre-back with an eye for a pass.

Having only signed his first professional contract in June 2023, hours before he made his debut at the age of 18, the young Argentine has made a lasting impression amongst the Boca faithful.

Despite only making 10 appearances since, Chelsea have splashed the cash to secure his signature, adding him to their ever-growing list of youngsters.

Following the signing of young Brazilian prodigy Estevao for £28 million plus add-ons, the Blues are looking to make the most of the south American market.

United will have to look elsewhere to bolster their defence.

In other news, Chelsea ready sensational swap deal offer.

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