Chelsea's ownership group, BlueCo, is nearing a deal to secure Paraguayan talent Julio Enciso from Brighton & Hove Albion. The agreement, revealed today, has sparked debate over where the 21-year-old attacking midfielder will actually play. Reports suggest a loan agreement with Strasbourg is in place, with Chelsea covering a significant portion of his wages.
This complex arrangement sees Enciso initially joining the French club, seemingly to gain consistent first-team experience. BlueCo, Chelsea's parent company, is reportedly footing a substantial bill to facilitate this temporary move, hinting at long-term ambitions for Enciso within the Chelsea squad.
Brighton's star, known for his skillful dribbling and eye for goal, is highly sought after. Enciso's potential arrival adds another layer of intrigue to Chelsea's squad building, especially amidst injury concerns for other players like Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski, who faces a lengthy absence until 2026.
The deal's intricacies highlight the evolving financial landscape of modern football, where loan agreements and shared wage burdens are increasingly common strategies.
