Chelsea are set to acquire the services of Nigerian-born player, Lesley Ogochukwu from French Side Rennes.
The Blues have reached an agreement to bring in the player this summer to bolster their squad against next season’s campaign beginning on the 11th of August.
The 19-year-old is expected to undergo medicals in the next 24 hours.
He has also agreed personal terms with the Blues.
The Athletic reports that there is a possibility Ugochukwu will be loaned out to Strasbourg for the 2023/24 season.
The Frenchman made 47 appearances for Rennes in Ligue 1 after breaking into the side in 2021.
Chelsea with their new manager, Mauricio Pochettino are rebuilding their team ahead of next season’s campaign in the English Premier League.