Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationFootball.LondonUnverified source· 23 Aug 2026
Chelsea's Essugo set for loan after £18m move
Dario Essugo's Chelsea career stalls as midfield additions push him out on loan.
Dário Essugo
player
Player
Dario Essugo
Position
Midfielder
From
Sporting CP
To
Loan (club not specified)
Fee
£18m
What happened. Chelsea have listed Dario Essugo as available for a season-long loan after signing Valentin Barco and Jordan Henderson.
- Essugo joined last summer for £18m but struggled with injuries.
- He made just five appearances in the 2025/26 campaign, none from the start.
- No European football means fewer minutes for the 21-year-old.
With no European football, Essugo will seek regular minutes elsewhere next season.
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