Chelsea agree deal with Barcelona to sign Marc Guiu
Guiu is expected to sign a long term contract at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea have agreed a deal with Barcelona for striker Marc Guiu, with the 18-year-old set to become the club’s third summer signing.
The Blues have already signed Tosin Adarabioyo from neighbours Fulham, whilst an official announcement is expected this week for Omari Kellyman, who is set to complete a £19m move from Aston Villa.
Chelsea have been in the market for a striker to complement Nicolas Jackson, and it seems they have seen an opportunity in Guiu, who will cost just €6m due to his release clause.
Fabrizio Romano took to X.com to confirm that the deal was done, and there was a verbal agreement in place with Guiu’s agents.
He said:
“Marc Guiu to Chelsea, here we go! The club has just informed Barça on plan to trigger €6m release clause for 2006 born striker.
“Verbal agreement in place with Guiu’s agents, now proceeding with formal steps later this week. Guiu expected to sign long term deal at #CFC.”
Romano had earlier reported that Chelsea see Guiu as an excellent opportunity in the market, and the plan is for him to be assessed by Enzo Maresca before a final decision is taken on whether he will be part of the first team squad.
Guiu came through the ranks at Barcelona’s famous La Masia academy and broke into the first team last season under Xavi, where he made seven appearances and scored two goals.
The teenager had a debut to remember as he scored just 23 seconds after coming on against Athletic Bilbao, and he also scored in the Champions League against Belgian side Royal Antwerp.
This move sees a continuation in Chelsea’s policy of signing the best young talents from around the world, with the club confirming the signing of Estevao Willian last weekend.
It remains to be seen if Guiu is the only striker Chelsea bring in, and the Blues have been linked with a move for Lille striker Jonathan David and Hoffenheim forward Maximilian Beier.
Barca is losing it they are selling their best talents. Gulu, Pablo Tore ,Roque and Faye likely to leave. This team has completely lost it and Laporte must step down. Gulu is a top striker he'll prove it at Chelsea. Deco and Laporte are messing the brand