Chelsea are reported to have won the race to sign highly rated 16-year-old defender Deinner Ordóñez from Ecuadorian side Independiente del Valle.
The Blues are no strangers to agreeing deals for young players from all corners of the world. Brazilian winger Estêvão is currently dazzling in the first team, while goalkeeper Mike Penders and midfielder Kendry Páez are both strutting their stuff on loan at Strasbourg after arriving at Stamford Bridge during the summer.
Chelsea’s transfer strategy—find the next superstar before their price tag begins to soar—has divided opinion but shows no signs of slowing down. has confirmed Ordóñez has inked a deal to join the club in January 2028, making him the fourth youngster currently playing with pre-agreed moves to Chelsea.
