Chelsea Star Set for Saudi Switch Without Making a Debut
Chelsea’s young Brazilian winger, Angelo Gabriel, is on the brink of a stunning transfer to Saudi Pro League giants Al-Nassr.
The 19-year-old, who joined the Blues from Santos last summer, has yet to make his debut for Chelsea but is now reportedly close to securing a move that could see him link up with football legend Cristiano Ronaldo.
Despite the Premier League transfer window closing last Friday, clubs around the world, including those in Saudi Arabia, still have time to finalize their rosters.
Chelsea, keen to balance their squad and finances, are eager to complete the deal for Angelo before Monday’s deadline.
Chelsea Poised to Cash In on Angelo with Shock £33m Saudi Transfer
Angelo’s journey at Stamford Bridge has been brief but eventful. After signing a long-term contract with Chelsea until 2029, he was immediately loaned out to French club Strasbourg, a sister team of the Blues.
The young winger impressed during pre-season under the guidance of Mauricio Pochettino, raising hopes of a potential breakthrough in the first team.
However, Chelsea’s summer signings—Joao Felix, Pedro Neto, and Jadon Sancho—have significantly reduced Angelo’s chances of securing a spot in the starting lineup. As a result, Chelsea have been exploring options to offload the talented winger.
Brazilian journalist Vene Casagrande reports that Al-Nassr is keen to bring Angelo to the Saudi Pro League, aiming to fill their last under-21 foreign spot with the dynamic winger.
The Saudi club has already had bids of £21 million and £25 million rejected, with Chelsea holding out for a £33 million deal.
If Chelsea can secure the £33 million asking price, it would represent a remarkable piece of business for the club, more than doubling their initial £12.6 million investment in Angelo.
The move would also be a significant step for the young Brazilian, who would have the opportunity to play alongside one of the greatest footballers of all time in Cristiano Ronaldo.
As the transfer window inches closer to closing, all eyes are on whether this surprise deal will be completed, marking another intriguing chapter in Chelsea’s ever-evolving squad management.
Chelsea Star Set for Saudi Switch Without Making a Debut
