Brighton & Hove Albion player Julio Enciso is closing in on a move to Chelsea’s sister club Strasbourg.
On Wednesday night, it emerged that BlueCo had agreed a deal with Premier League side Brighton to sign Enciso.
BlueCo, the parent company of both Chelsea and Strasbourg, have done plenty of business with Brighton in recent transfer windows. For example, they have already bought Joao Pedro from the Seagulls this summer.
Pedro has impressed his new Chelsea teammates, and Enciso will be hoping that he can do the same thing in the future as well.
Julio Enciso of Brighton and Hove Albion celebrates during Premier League match
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Julio Enciso set to have medical on Thursday
Enciso could be a Strasbourg player very soon before an eventual move to Chelsea in the near future.
The reliable Fabrizio Romano has revealed on X that the 21-year-old will travel to London on Thursday to have a medical.
While Enciso is set to join Strasbourg, the plan is for him to become a first-team player at Chelsea later down the line.
🚨🔵 Julio Enciso, on his way to London today for medical tests as new BlueCo player.
Immediate move to Strasbourg and then Chelsea until June 2031. pic.twitter.com/ce9EplpeqB
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 21, 2025
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The good news for Chelsea is that when the Paraguayan eventually arrives at Stamford Bridge, he will already have some Premier League experience.
Enciso has made over 50 appearances in the competition and has even scored against his future club Chelsea.
Enciso is unlikely to be the only signing BlueCo make between now and the end of the transfer window. Chelsea are still keen on Alejandro Garnacho, while Xavi Simons also remains on their radar.
Julio Enciso of Brighton & Hove Albion scores his side's second goal against Chelsea
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How Julio Enciso fared while out on loan at Ipswich Town
Enciso spent the second half of last season on loan at Ipswich Town and did quite well there, though he could not prevent Kieran McKenna’s side from being relegated.
In 13 league appearances, the Paraguay international scored two goals and registered three assists.
He showed a lot of promise at Portman Road, while his versatility is something that is also likely to appeal to Chelsea. Enciso can play in multiple positions in the frontline, showing that during his time in England.