Attention, Sporting! Chelsea winger eyed to replace Pedro Gonçalves | OneFootball

Jesse Derry is one of the names Sporting have identified to strengthen the attacking flanks next season. The young Englishman, just 18 years old, is on Chelsea’s books and fits the profile Sporting’s decision-makers are looking for in a department that is expected to undergo significant changes during this summer transfer window.

Pedro Gonçalves’ departure is becoming increasingly likely and Souleymane Faye also appears close to saying goodbye to Alvalade, a scenario that forces the SAD led by Frederico Varandas to look for solutions for the left side of the attack. While Yeremay Hernández remains the main target to take on a prominent role, there are other alternatives being monitored by the Lions, including Jesse Derry.

The English winger joined Chelsea last summer from Crystal Palace and did not take long to stand out in the Blues’ youth ranks. Playing for the under-21 side, he made 22 appearances, scored seven goals and provided four assists. In the UEFA Youth League, for the London club’s under-19s, he scored five goals in eight matches.

His strong performances also earned him his first opportunities with Chelsea’s first team. The attacker featured against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League and also picked up minutes in FA Cup matches against Wrexham and Hull City, clear signs of the confidence placed in his potential.

An England under-19 international, Jesse Derry has also made his mark for the youth national team. At the most recent European Championship in the category, he played in three matches and scored two goals, after already netting five times in the qualifying stage, including twice against Portugal.

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