Chelsea remain determined to add young talent to their setup, and are set to sign Alex Matos from Norwich City next. According to Fabrizio Romano, the youngster is set to join on a free transfer, plus add-ons.

Negotiations between the two clubs are in advanced stages and could be wrapped up very soon. He has been hand-picked by the club’s head of youth development and recruitment, Jim Fraser. Once he has signed for the Blues, he will be playing for their U21 squad.

Chelsea to sign Alex Matos from Norwich City imminently

Alex Matos has been quite impressive for Norwich City this season. He plays for them in the second tier of Premier League 2 and has made 13 appearances for Norwich’s Under-21. In that time, he has provided three assists and has also played eight times for the Norwich Under-18s, as well as the FA Youth Cup.

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Deal entering closing stages, it will be done on a free transfer with add-ons.

English winger will become part of Jim Fraser project, pushing for signing to build top U21 squad. pic.twitter.com/Dj8WosbGx2
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 24, 2023

He joined the Canaries on scholarship terms in 2021, and is now expected to make the step up to one of the best academies in the country. Matos can play as a winger, as well as a midfielder and is seen as a very bright prospect.

The teenagerwill be a part of Chelsea’s U21 side next season, which is being rebuilt to be more competitive next season as promised by Todd Boehly.