The Blues are preparing to intensify their pursuit of the talented 19 y/o once Veiga's sale is finalised, though they must move quick amid rival interest from Liverpool

Chelsea’s summer looks like it’s about to have another big week.The Blues have made some significant signings already, but they’re not done yet. There have been some major sales and loans in

Renato Veiga is close to joining Atletico Madrid. Fabrizio Romano reports that the Chelsea defender is pushing to complete his move to Atletico as soon as possible. Romano says that talks between Atletico and Chelsea are ongoing and that Diego Simeone hopes to finalise the deal soon.

Veiga only signed for Chelsea in the summer of 2024, completing a £12.1 million ($16.3 million) move from Basel which sparked a ripple of excitement. Barely out of his teenage years, the towering left footer offered a balance of versatility and experience scarcely boasted by a player so young.