Andrey Santos (21), a young Chelsea midfielder, loaned to Strasbourg last season, was the subject of an astronomical offer straight from Saudi Arabia this summer, reveals The Mirror. Al-Qadsiah offered more than 68.5 million euros to recruit the player, but the latter declined the opportunity, despite a considerable wage offer, preferring to stay in London to maximize his chances of integrating the selection of Brazil led by Carlo Ancelotti, with a view to the 2026 World Cup. The blues, for their part, maintained a firm position: Santos was not to sell.
Although it remains behind Enzo Fernández and Mo Moisés Caicedo in the midfielder's hierarchy, the International Auriverde (3 selections) participated in the three Premier League games played by the London formation, combining a total of 48 minutes. He almost scored against Crystal Palace and distinguished himself by his aggressiveness against West Ham. Still according to the same source, the Hammers also tried to recruit it in August, with an offer of almost 52 million euros, also refused. Coach Enzo Maresca also confirmed his desire to keep Andrey Santos in the workforce.
