According to Dharmesh Sheth of Sky Sports, Chelsea is about to announce the acquisition of a £17.5 million star.
Kendry Paez's transfer to Chelsea is currently "very, very close," according to Dharmesh Sheth of Sky Sports, who spoke to GIVEMESPORT.
One of the most exciting young players in football right now is the 16-year-old.
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Since Todd Boehly became the club's owner, Chelsea has sought to sign some of the top young players in the world and to strengthen their first team roster.
According to Transfermarkt, 11 of their signings this season—including Mykhailo Mudryk, Ezno Fernandez, Benoit Badiashile, and Carney Chukwuemeka—have been 22 years of age or younger.
Although they have added some more seasoned players like Raheem Sterling, Kalidou Koulibaly, and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, it is obvious that their long-term goals are more important than their short-term objectives.
According to a recent report from Sky Sports, Chelsea and Independiente del Valle midfielder Paez have reached an agreement in principle for a £20 million transfer.
The newest young player who might move to Stamford Bridge is a 16-year-old, and Sheth has indicated that a deal might be confirmed very soon.
What is Sheth's opinion of Paez?
Sheth has said that a deal has been reached and that a formal announcement might occur at any moment.
He told GIVEMESPORT today that it appeared to be really close. As far as Chelsea are concerned, it appears to be finished. We anticipate receiving a formal notification very soon confirming Paez's affiliation with Chelsea.
It might occur tonight or during the next week or so. Believe it or not, he has only just turned 16 years old. They were negotiating with this young man when he was 15 years old. This is covered by the policy, right? Chelsea seeks out young athletes.
Should Chelsea supporters be anticipating Paez?
With Ecuador, the teenager had a fantastic U17 South American Championship, scoring twice and dishing out six assists (also via Transfermarkt).
Paez, who will turn 16 this month, has reportedly been dubbed the next Diego Maradona by South American writers, according to FourFourTwo.
