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Chelsea weigh selling midfielder Andrey Santos despite contract through 2030

Alonso may cash in on the young Brazilian.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 31 min read
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What happened: Chelsea have not ruled out a summer sale of Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos, according to BBC Sport. The 22-year-old is under contract at Stamford Bridge through 2030, so the Blues face no immediate pressure to move him. His future now hinges on where he fits under Xabi Alonso.

Why it matters: Santos is one of the more promising young central midfielders in the Premier League, which makes cashing in a notable call. With Alonso reshaping the squad, Santos is not assured of a regular starting role, and a sale could fund reinforcements elsewhere. For the player, a move could mean the consistent first-team minutes he may not get in West London.

By the numbers: Santos recorded three goals and four assists across 43 appearances in all competitions last season. He operates mainly as a box-to-box midfielder but can drop into a defensive role. His current deal runs through the summer of 2030.

What to watch: Watch whether Chelsea set an asking price or Alonso signals he wants to keep Santos for another season before deciding next summer.

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