JUST NOW: Chelsea is set to complete the signing of a £20 million superstar after reaching a verbal agreement on salary terms last night. Personal Terms Agreed.

 JUST NOW: Chelsea is set to complete the signing of a £20 million superstar after reaching a verbal agreement on salary terms last night. Personal Terms Agreed.

Dario Essugo has joined Chelsea from Sporting CP on an eight-year deal, committing him to the club until 2033. The 20-year-old Portuguese midfielder spent last season on loan with Las Palmas in La Liga, where he made 27 appearances and scored one goal. Essugo is expected to be available for Chelsea's upcoming Club World Cup campaign.

Key Details of the Transfer:

- Transfer Fee: €22.3 million (£18-20 million)

- Contract: Eight years, until 2033

- Background: Essugo is a product of Sporting's academy, becoming the youngest-ever player to feature for the club at 16 years and six days old

- Experience: 23 appearances for Sporting's first team, 14 appearances on loan at Chaves, and 27 appearances on loan at Las Palmas

- International Experience: Featured for Portugal at various age groups, including the Under-21 national team

This signing is part of Chelsea's efforts to strengthen their squad under Enzo Maresca, with Essugo expected to add depth and provide regular minutes. The club is also close to finalizing a £30 million deal for Ipswich striker Liam Delap.