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Gabby Agbonlahor has opened up and claimed that Chelsea should have signed Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen over Liam Delap, who has failed to impress during his time at Stamford Bridge.
Delap turned down an approach from Manchester United to sign for CHELSEA for £30million last summer, but has not made the impact that many would have liked as the big striker has scored two goals in 21 appearances in all competitions, with injuries and the form of Joao Pedro limiting his game time even further this season.
And after his struggling performance against Arsenal in the Carabao cup, former Aston Villa striker Agbonlahor believes that his move to Chelsea is not working and Chelsea should have signed long-term target Osimhen.
Osimhen is regarded as one of the best finishers in the game, and Chelsea were heavily keen on bringing him to the Premier League before he completed a loan move, and then permanent move to Turkish football.
‘No, this isn’t working,’ he told TalkSport. ‘I said when he joined Chelsea that I thought he should hav gone to a team like Everton.
‘Develop there for a couple of years and then make the big move to top-six side. I think the jump from Ipswich to Chelsea was too much.
‘When I look at him as a striker, I like him – he can hold up the ball well, he’s a good finisher, but he just doesn’t look sharp enough for the top level of the Premier League.
‘Someone like [Victor] Osimhen was the striker they should have gone out and got.’
IcFootballnews Says…
CHELSEA signed Delap because they believed they could turn him into a big superstar, a man that could score 20 goals a season, but it ha snot worked out yet and he is really struggling to make an impact.
We would not be shocked to see him leave Chelsea in the summer, there are a few options for him to make, and the Blues need to sign a proven striker that can actually score goals at the highest level.
ENZO FERNANDEZ FREE TO LEAVE?
Chelsea are very much open to the idea of letting midfield star Enzo Fernandez depart the club at the end of the season, stunning reports have claimed in the media this week.
After a difficult start to his CHELSEA career, Fernandez assumed the captaincy following the appointment of Enzo Maresca and played a key role in leading the club to Conference League success and Champions League qualification last season.
The 24-year-old thrived under Maresca and was left disappointed by the club’s decision to part company with the Italian earlier this month following the breakdown in the relationship between the coach and board
And according to L’Equipe, Fernandez has been so unsettled by the latest managerial upheaval that he is weighing up leaving in the summer, amid interest from Paris Saint-Germain.
The reigning European champions built last season’s success around a midfield trio of Vitinha, Joao Neves and Fabian Ruiz, but Luis Enrique is keen to add more competition for places.
But according to TEAMtalk, CHELSEA have decided not to close the door on a Fernandez sale this summer and that has left chasing clubs “over the moon” with all the big names still being linked with a move for Enzo.
IcFootballnews Says…
Enzo has a massive contract at Chelsea, the Blues invested alot of money to the midfielder. He is a man that pretty much plays every week and a player that helps with the leadership in the side.
If the reports are true and Chelsea are open to the idea of him leaving, if he is open to the idea if leaving, then it would come as a massive shock to many Blues fans that have come to love Fernandez for his hard-working performances.
This is probably just a rumour, but one that could actually happen if the right amount of money is offered.
EBOUE SIGNS UP
Chelsea Football Club has officially confirmed that academy attacker Mathis Eboue has signed his first professional contract with the club following his 17th birthday, marking a major milestone in the young forward’s burgeoning career. The news, announced via the club’s official channels, highlights Chelsea’s continued commitment to nurturing home-grown talent and investing in the future of the game.
Eboue, who joined Chelsea’s Academy in January 2025 from Watford, has quickly made a name for himself within the Blues’ youth setup. Despite his young age, the attacker has shown a maturity and consistency well beyond his years, regularly featuring for Chelsea’s Under-18 side and earning valuable minutes in the UEFA Youth League.
Early Promise and Rapid Progression
Even before his move to Cobham, Eboue’s talent was clear. He made his Under-21 debut for Watford while still eligible for the Under-16s, a rare feat that underscored his rapid development and technical ability at a young age. It was this precocious progression that caught the attention of Chelsea’s recruitment team, ultimately leading to his transfer to the club’s esteemed Academy system.
Since arriving at CHELSEA, Eboue has continued to impress. He began his first full season with the Under-18s, scoring on his debut in a 4-2 away victory over Crystal Palace. That goal highlighted both his attacking instinct and his capability to influence games in the final third — traits that have become hallmarks of his style.
Across the current season, Eboue has made 16 appearances for the Under-18s, finding the back of the net three times in all competitions. His performances have not gone unnoticed by club coaches, who praise his creativity, technical skill, and natural flair in advanced positions.
International Recognition
Eboue’s rise isn’t confined to club football. The forward has also enjoyed success on the international stage, earning his England Under-17 debut in September 2025. Since then, he’s become a regular figure in the youth national team setup, even scoring a hat-trick in a standout 5-2 win over the USA — a performance that enhanced his reputation as one of England’s most exciting young attacking talents.
A Sign of Confidence and Ambition
Signing his first professional contract at the earliest opportunity is a clear indication of both the club’s faith in Eboue and his own ambition to progress toward senior football. The next phase of his development will see him continue to hone his skills within CHELSEA’s highly successful Academy structure, with the club hopeful that he will eventually make the step up towards first-team contention.
Chelsea’s director of youth development lauded Eboue’s journey so far, emphasising his work ethic and adaptability. “Mathis has shown remarkable progress since joining us,” he said. “He embodies the qualities we value at this club — technical ability, intelligence, and a passion for the game.”
Looking Ahead
As CHELSEA continue to strengthen their senior squad, the success of academy players like Eboue will remain central to the club’s long-term vision. With a professional contract now secured, Eboue’s focus will turn to consistently impressing coaches, challenging in youth competitions, and earning opportunities in senior matchday squads.
For supporters, his journey represents a reminder of the heritage and promise that Chelsea’s Academy continues to produce — and football fans everywhere will be watching with interest as Mathis Eboue takes the next steps in what could be a very exciting career.
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