Chelsea have secured a major coup for the future, with Fabrizio Romano confirming that the club have reached a pre-agreement to sign Dutch striker Emanuel Emegha in 2026. The deal is already completed, with the 21-year-old forward set to continue his development at Strasbourg before making the move to Stamford Bridge.
Emegha, who has been attracting strong interest from several Champions League and Premier League clubs, made it clear that he wanted to stay at Strasbourg this season to continue leading the French side in Europe. His decision to remain reflects his commitment to regular game time and further growth, something Chelsea fully support as part of their long-term project.
Standing at 6’4”, the towering Dutch striker has been one of the most promising young forwards in Ligue 1. Known for his pace, aerial ability, and technical movement in the final third, Emegha offers a skill set that Chelsea have been actively seeking to bolster their attacking line.
His impressive performances in France have quickly drawn attention across Europe, with many tipping him as a future star. Chelsea are already planning ahead under Enzo Maresca, who is set to welcome Emegha into the squad in 2026.
