All Chelsea transfers for the 2025-26 season: Full list of signings and departures so far

‎Chelsea have wasted no time in revamping their squad ahead of the 2025–26 campaign. Fresh off a Europa Conference League triumph, the West London club is entering a new chapter under manager Enzo Maresca, who is looking to reshape the Blues in his own image.

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Chelsea transfers 2025-26: Every confirmed signing and departure in Maresca's tactical overhaul.

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‎The former Leicester City boss is overseeing an ambitious rebuild, and the club’s activity in the summer transfer window has reflected a clear tactical vision — blending young, high-ceiling talents with Premier League-ready players who fit into a high-possession, proactive system.

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‎With more signings and exits expected, here’s a comprehensive round-up of all the completed Chelsea transfers so far this summer.

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‎🔵 Incoming Transfers: Chelsea’s Summer Signings for 2025-26

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‎Chelsea’s recruitment strategy under Maresca prioritises versatility, technical skill, and long-term potential. The summer of 2025 has seen the club act decisively to secure future stars and immediate contributors alike.

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‎✅ Confirmed Arrivals

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‎• Dário Essugo (Sporting CP via Las Palmas) – £18.5 million

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‎The 20-year-old Portuguese midfielder arrives after impressing in La Liga with Las Palmas. Essugo is expected to slot into central midfield, potentially forming a partnership with Moisés Caicedo. A tough tackler with composure on the ball, he fits Maresca's philosophy of aggressive possession-based play.

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‎• Liam Delap (Ipswich Town) – £30 million

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‎Signed after Chelsea triggered his release clause, Delap brings physicality, pressing, and a high work rate to the forward line. The former Manchester City academy product enjoyed a breakthrough season with Ipswich, scoring 17 goals in the Championship. He is set to compete in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

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‎• Mamadou Sarr (Strasbourg) – £12 million

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‎The French centre-back signs an eight-year contract, a typical Chelsea move under their new long-term development model. Sarr is seen as one for both the present and the future, offering depth and potential in a defence undergoing change.

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‎• Estevão Willian (Palmeiras) – Fee undisclosed

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‎Widely considered one of Brazil’s most electrifying young attackers, Estevão is a marquee youth signing. Although he officially joins in July 2025, anticipation is already high over his creative spark and flair.

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‎• Kendry Páez (Independiente del Valle) – Fee undisclosed

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‎Another teenage gem, Páez is already a full Ecuador international at just 17. A dynamic midfielder with incredible vision, he joins alongside Estevão and is likely to be eased into the senior team over time.

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‎• Geovany Quenda (Sporting CP) – Up to £44 million

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‎A highly-rated winger with excellent one-on-one ability, Quenda was signed early in the window but will remain in Portugal on loan for the 2025–26 season. The structure of the deal reflects Chelsea’s “loan-to-develop” model.

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‎Potential Signings in Progress

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‎Chelsea are in active discussions with AC Milan over the transfer of Mike Maignan. The French goalkeeper, whose contract expires in 2026, could provide elite-level competition or even replace Robert Sánchez. Milan’s financial constraints could make a deal feasible in this window.

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‎🔁 Outgoing Transfers: Chelsea Streamline Squad Under Maresca

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‎While reinforcing key areas, Chelsea have begun offloading players who no longer fit the tactical system or wage structure. The departures point to a clear effort to trim the squad, reduce salaries, and create a more balanced dressing room.

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‎Confirmed Departures

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‎• Jadon Sancho (Return to Manchester United) – Free / £5m clause payout

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‎Chelsea have opted not to make Sancho’s loan permanent, citing wage disagreements. They will pay a £5 million clause to exit the deal early, despite the winger showing glimpses of form under Maresca.

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‎• Marcus Bettinelli (Manchester City) – Undisclosed fee

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‎The veteran goalkeeper departs to become third-choice behind Ederson and Stefan Ortega at City, replacing Scott Carson. A nominal fee was agreed.

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‎• Bashir Humphreys (Burnley) – £14 million

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‎The academy graduate makes a permanent move to Turf Moor after strong interest from multiple Premier League clubs. Chelsea secured a sell-on clause as part of the deal.

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Expected Exits

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‎• Axel Disasi – After a loan to Aston Villa, the French defender is likely to leave permanently. Negotiations are ongoing.

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‎• Ben Chilwell – Currently on loan at Crystal Palace, the England international is not part of Maresca’s long-term vision.

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‎• Carney Chukwuemeka – On loan at Borussia Dortmund, the midfielder is expected to seek a permanent move for more first-team minutes.

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‎• Armando Broja – The Albanian striker will be offloaded as Chelsea reshuffle their attacking options.

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‎• Kepa Arrizabalaga – Following a loan spell at Bournemouth, the Spanish keeper has confirmed talks are set for a permanent departure.

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‎Analysis: Chelsea’s Long-Term Vision Comes Into Focus

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‎Chelsea’s strategy this window reflects a maturing approach under sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart. There’s a noticeable shift from scattergun spending to purposeful recruitment with defined profiles — players who suit Maresca’s possession-centric 4-3-3 system.

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‎The focus on youth remains, but the club is being more deliberate with integration timelines. While players like Essugo and Delap are expected to contribute immediately, others such as Estevão, Páez, and Quenda will likely be eased into senior roles over several seasons.

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‎Meanwhile, offloading players like Sancho and Chilwell clears space on the wage bill and eliminates players with limited roles in the new setup. The potential addition of Mike Maignan would address one of the club’s key weaknesses from last season.

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‎With the Club World Cup and domestic campaigns ahead, Chelsea look increasingly like a side transitioning from rebuild to resurgence.

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‎Summary: All Confirmed Chelsea Transfers – Summer 2025

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‎🟦 Incoming

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‎• Dário Essugo – Sporting CP (via Las Palmas) – £18.5M

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‎• Liam Delap – Ipswich Town – £30M

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‎• Mamadou Sarr – Strasbourg – £12M

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‎• Estevão Willian – Palmeiras – Fee undisclosed

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‎• Kendry Páez – Independiente del Valle – Fee undisclosed

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‎• Geovany Quenda – Sporting CP – Up to £44M (loan stay)

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‎🟥 Outgoing

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‎• Jadon Sancho – Manchester United – Free / £5M penalty

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‎• Marcus Bettinelli – Manchester City – Nominal fee

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‎• Bashir Humphreys – Burnley – £14M

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‎(Expected: Disasi, Chilwell, Chukwuemeka, Broja, Kepa)