BREAKING NEWS: Live from Stamford bridge, Chelsea agrees to deal to sign Brazilian wonder kid with €70m release clause. “Maresca came in and has been nothing short of brilliant! He’s completely transformed this team, and the board is all in, ready to back him with any player he wants.
Chelsea is reportedly turning its attention to Brazil to bolster their squad for future seasons. The club has already lined up agreements for two promising Brazilian talents: Estevao Willian from Palmeiras, who is set to join in 2025, and Gabriel Mec from Gremio, who will arrive in 2026. Now, they are shifting their focus to another rising star from Brazil—Joan Pedro Chermont.
Chermont, an 18-year-old right-back, currently plays for Santos, the club that produced legendary players like Neymar Jr. and Pele. According to the Brazilian news outlet UOL, Chelsea has been closely tracking Chermont’s performances and even sent scouts to watch him in action during a match against Operario in September.
Chelsea reportedly made an initial offer of approximately €6 million for the young defender. However, Santos turned down this bid. Nevertheless, it’s expected that Chelsea will come back with a stronger offer during the January transfer window. Chermont recently renewed his contract with Santos, extending his stay until 2027. His new deal includes a significant €70 million release clause, which Santos seems unwilling to negotiate down.
Chermont has made a name for himself at Santos, where he has become a regular starter despite his young age. This season, he has been instrumental in the team’s success, scoring two goals and assisting three more in 24 appearances. Santos is currently second in Brazil’s Serie B, and Chermont, who also represents Brazil at the U-20 level, is considered a crucial player in their quest to return to the top-flight Serie A.
Meanwhile, Chelsea, under the leadership of manager Enzo Maresca, has had a strong start to their current campaign. They sit in fourth place in the Premier League standings, having won four out of six matches, with their only defeat coming in the opening week against Manchester City. Additionally, Chelsea’s performance in domestic and international competitions has been impressive. In the Carabao Cup, they dominated Barrow AFC with a 5-0 win in the third round. They are also competing in the UEFA Conference League, where they began their group stage with a 4-2 victory over Gent. Their next challenge will be a Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest on October 6.
As Chelsea continues to strengthen its roster, Chermont could be the next exciting addition to their defense. If the club is successful in landing the young right-back, it will be another signal of their commitment to securing top talent from around the world to compete at the highest level in the years to come.Chelsea’s interest in Brazilian talents is becoming increasingly evident as they look to build a formidable squad for the future. The club has already secured agreements for Estevao Willian from Palmeiras, expected to join in 2025, and Gabriel Mec from Grêmio, set to arrive in 2026. The latest target is Joan Pedro Chermont, an 18-year-old right-back from Santos, a club known for producing stars like Neymar Jr. and Pelé.
Chermont has caught Chelsea’s attention due to his impressive performances, leading the club to send scouts to watch him during a match against Operário. Chelsea reportedly made an initial bid of around €6 million for the young defender, but Santos rejected this offer. Nevertheless, Chelsea plans to submit a more substantial bid in the January transfer window. Chermont recently renewed his contract with Santos, extending until 2027, which includes a hefty €70 million release clause that Santos is reportedly unwilling to negotiate.
At Santos, Chermont has emerged as a key player, becoming a regular starter and contributing significantly with two goals and three assists in 24 appearances this season. His performances have been vital in helping Santos push for promotion from Brazil’s Serie B, where they currently sit second. Chermont also represents Brazil at the U-20 level, showcasing his potential on the international stage.
Meanwhile, Chelsea, under manager Enzo Maresca, is enjoying a strong start to the current Premier League season, sitting fourth with four wins out of six matches. They recently advanced in the Carabao Cup with a convincing 5-0 victory over Barrow AFC and kicked off their UEFA Conference League campaign with a 4-2 win against Gent. Their next test will be against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on October 6.
If Chelsea can successfully secure Chermont’s signature, it would further emphasize their strategy of investing in young, promising talents from around the globe as they aim for sustained success in both domestic and international competitions.
