Chelsea agrees 2026 signing of Strasbourg striker Emegha

Chelsea Football Club has agreed a deal to sign Dutch striker Emanuel Emegha from Ligue 1 side Strasbourg, with the transfer set for the summer of 2026. The 22-year-old, who is currently Strasbourg's captain, scored 14 goals and provided three assists last season, establishing himself as one of the most promising young forwards in Europe. Emegha will remain at Strasbourg for the 2025-2026 season before joining Chelsea, where he is expected to sign a seven-year contract. Chelsea is considering whether to loan him out initially or integrate him directly into the squad, potentially providing competition for current forwards Liam Delap and Joao Pedro. The club's decision comes amid injuries to other strikers and recent squad changes, including the recall of Marc Guiu from loan and the departure of Nicolas Jackson to Bayern Munich. Emegha’s progression has been closely monitored due to his impressive performance and potential, making him a key future asset for Chelsea.