Chelsea signs 18-year old Nigerian youngster Carney Chukwuemeka from Villa

Chelsea have reached an agreement with Aston Villa for the permanent transfer of Carney Chukwuemeka for a fee in the region of £20m. The 18-year-old has been given permission to travel to London to discuss personal terms and undergo a medical.

“He’s been described as one of the best young players in England, the reason Aston Villa have sold him is because he only has a year left on his contract.

“When it became clear he wasn’t going to sign a new contract, he was left out of their squad for their pre-season tour. Aston Villa were willing to let him leave as long as they got the right price. From Villa’s point of view, £20m for an 18-year-old player, is a good deal.

“He was also a part of the England U19 side that won the U19 Euros last month and he was in the Team of the Tournament.