Andrey Santos who is on loan at a Ligue 1 club namely Strasbourg will be back to Chelsea at the end of the season. Enzo Maresca is definitely counting him in for the next season. Santos is in the plans despite the club pursuing new striker options in the market, as revealed by Fabrizio Romano.
Chelsea loanee Andrey Santos is set to return to Stamford Bridge at the end of the season after his loan spell at Ligue 1 side Strasbourg. The Brazilian midfielder, who joined Chelsea from Vasco da Gama in January 2023, has been gaining valuable experience in France and will now have a chance to prove himself under new manager Enzo Maresca.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Maresca has already included Santos in his plans for the 2024/25 season, despite Chelsea actively searching for a new striker in the market. The 19-year-old, known for his versatility, technical ability, and composure on the ball, is seen as a key piece in Chelsea’s evolving midfield.
Santos struggled for minutes in the first half of the season but has been enjoying more game time at Strasbourg, which is also owned by Chelsea’s parent company, BlueCo. His return will add depth to Chelsea’s squad as they undergo another transition under Maresca. With the Blues prioritizing reinforcements in attack, the club’s faith in Santos highlights their long-term vision for the midfield.
