Chelsea agree deal to sign Valentin Barco from Strasbourg

Chelsea agree deal to sign Valentin Barco from Strasbourg

Chelsea have reportedly agreed a six-year deal to sign Strasbourg midfielder Valentin Barco, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Manager Liam Rosenior is said to have played a key role in the move, having previously approved Barco’s transfer from Brighton and Hove Albion during his spell at Strasbourg.

The Argentine initially joined on loan before completing a permanent 37.87 million switch last summer.

Barco impressed for Strasbourg this season, registering 11 goal involvements in 38 appearances across all competitions.

The 21-year-old has also broken into the Argentina national team setup, although he is yet to become a regular starter.

The move comes amid uncertainty surrounding Enzo Fernandez’s future at Stamford Bridge, with Real Madrid monitoring his situation.