(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Burnley Sign Lesley Ugochukwu and Armando Broja from Chelsea in £45M Double Deal
Burnley have made a bold statement in the summer transfer window by securing the signatures of Lesley Ugochukwu and Armando Broja from Chelsea, in a combined deal worth approximately £45 million.
🔁 Chelsea Continue Squad Reshuffle
Chelsea, aiming to streamline their squad ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season, have offloaded several players this summer. Following Joao Felix’s move to Al Nassr and Marc Guiu’s loan switch to Sunderland, the departures of Ugochukwu and Broja are the latest in a busy window for the Blues.
🔒 Lesley Ugochukwu Joins Burnley on Long-Term Deal
French defensive midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu, 21, has signed a five-year contract with Burnley FC, who confirmed his arrival in an official statement.
“Burnley Football Club are delighted to confirm the signing of French midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu. The talented 21-year-old has signed a five-year contract at Turf Moor, joining from Chelsea for an undisclosed fee,” the club announced.
Ugochukwu also expressed his excitement about the move:
“It’s a great feeling to sign for Burnley. It’s a really exciting time to be here and I can’t wait to get started. I’m really excited to pull on the Burnley shirt in the Premier League.”
⚽ Armando Broja Follows in £20M Deal
According to trusted transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, Armando Broja has also completed a permanent move to Burnley, with the deal reportedly worth around £20 million. The young forward, who has shown promise during his time at Chelsea and on loan, will be looking to rejuvenate his career at Turf Moor.
🔎 Burnley’s Ambition on Display
With these two high-profile signings, Burnley are showing clear ambition to strengthen their squad and remain competitive in the Premier League. The club is expected to continue its strategic rebuild as it prepares for a challenging season ahead.
📌 Final Thoughts
The departures of Ugochukwu and Broja mark another step in Chelsea’s restructuring strategy, while offering Burnley a major boost in both midfield and attack. Fans of both clubs will be watching closely to see how these moves unfold on the pitch.
