Chelsea reportedly won the race for Crystal Palace attacker Jesse Delhi, and they defeated eight clubs to his signature.
The 18-year-old winger is a player in demand this summer, and it appears that Bruce has secured his signature. He was able to prove that it was a quality long-term acquisition for them. It will be interesting to see if Bruce can provide him with a clear path to his first team.
Chelsea have been trying to sign Delhi for months.
Chelsea wins Jesse Delhi race
Fabrizio Romano said all players were scheduled to move to Germany, but Chelsea is now hijacking the move. The player will receive medical treatment at the London Club later today.
The young attacker is highly regarded nationwide and he has a bright future. He was able to develop into a key player for Chelsea with proper guidance. They need more quality and depth in their attacking units, and the 18-year-old should prove to be a useful acquisition for them. He may not be ready to start for them every week, but he may still be a very useful player.
Chelsea was able to raise Delhi into a future star
Regular exposure in the Premier League can bring wonders to younger attackers, which could help him grow even further. He may not get regular opportunities at Chelsea, but it’s still an exciting move for players. Chelsea has an incredible track record when it comes to grooming young players and was able to help him develop into a top-class attacker in the future.
Chelsea has been very active in the market so far, bringing quality signatures. They are trying to improve their squad even further before the windows close. They won the conference league last season and recently won the Club World Cup. They aim to compete for major trophies next season.