Ex-England star pleased Chelsea signed talented Super Eagles-eligible midfielder
Published: August 12, 2022
Blues legend and retired England international Joe Cole has spoken of his delight at Chukwuemeka's signing by Chelsea in the summer transfer window, labeling the 2022 European U19 champion 'one of the most talented players in England'.
The Blues pulled off quite a coup luring the Super Eagles-eligible central midfielder to Stamford Bridge as he was heavily linked with a transfer to Barcelona.
Chukwuemeka was offered a new contract to extend his stay at Aston Villa but opted to move on to pastures new due to concerns over his playing time.
One of the stars of this summer's U19 Euro and named in the Team of the Tournament, he made sixteen career appearances in the Premier League during his time at Villa Park, including two starts.
Under new regulations, Premier League clubs have been banned from signing U18 players from abroad after the United Kingdom left the European Union.
Speaking to Evening Standard, Cole said : "Carney Chukwuemeka from Aston Villa is one of the most talented players in England.
"That signing is even more important when you realise that signing young players from Europe has changed since Brexit.
"It important that even if we pay a bit more than we want to, that we’re getting the best young British players in the door for the next generation."
Chelsea higher-ups have expressed confidence in Chukwuemeka and have no intention to loan him out before the window closes, and he has been training with the first team since his arrival.
The 18-year-old was not included in the matchday squad last weekend as Chelsea began the new season with a 1-0 win at Everton.
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