DONE DEAL: Super Eagles prospect signs for Chelsea
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Chelsea have officially completed the signing of Anglo-Nigerian Emmanuel Ayinde from Millwall (Credit: Rising Ballers/emmanuel_ayinde3/Instagram)

DONE DEAL: Super Eagles prospect signs for Chelsea

Seye Omidiora 09:48 - 27.09.2024

The West London club have signed a talented Yoruba left-back who could represent Nigeria in the future.

Highly sought-after Nigerian left-back Emmanuel Ayinde has officially joined the prestigious Chelsea academy. 

Ayinde moves to Chelsea

The news, initially broken by Rising Ballers, reveals that the talented Anglo-Nigerian defender, who has been making waves in England's youth football scene, chose Chelsea over a host of other top clubs vying for his signature.

Ayinde, who has already showcased exceptional skills by playing above his age group at Millwall and earning call-ups to the England U16 squad, is widely regarded as one of the most promising young fullbacks in the country.

While the exact terms of the contract have not been disclosed, it is understood that the left-back has signed a schoolboy contract, a standard agreement for players his age.

The young defender signed the deal with his family in attendance, and he expressed his excitement, stating he felt incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to represent what he considers the top club in London.

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Emmanuel Ayinde signs Chelsea contract with his family present (Credit: @emmanuel_ayinde3/Instagram)

Ayinde's move to Chelsea marks a significant milestone in his budding career, as he joins a club renowned for nurturing young talent and providing a pathway to professional football. 

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