English Premier League side, Chelsea, have completed the signing of Portugal midfielder of Angolan descent Dario Essugo.
The club announced the signing of the youngster today, after all the paperwork was signed.
“Chelsea is pleased to confirm the signing of Dario Essugo from Sporting CP. The midfielder, who spent last season on loan in La Liga with Las Palmas and is a Portugal Under-21 international, has signed a contract until 2033. Essugo began his career in Sporting’s academy and became the youngest-ever player to feature for the club when he made his senior debut aged 16 years and six days against Vitoria de Guimaraes in March 2021.
“Later that year, he broke Luis Figo’s record as the youngest starter for Sporting, aged 16 years, 11 months and 17 days. On the international stage, Essugo has featured for Portugal at various age groups. His most recent caps have come with the Under-21s, with his last appearance coming during the March international break. Welcome to Chelsea, Dario,” the English club announced in an official statement on Monday, June 2.
Dario Essugo is expected to be part of the Chelsea first team next season as the team prepares to compete for major honours.
The club is in talks to sign a few other youngsters as part of efforts to augment the squad and plan for the future.
