Chelsea’s 2025 summer transfer window has been a dynamic mix of future planning and tactical reshuffling as they gear up for a Champions League campaign. Following a strong finish to the 2024/25 season, securing fourth in the Premier League and lifting the UEFA Conference League trophy. Enzo Maresca is pushing to elevate his young squad with fresh additions and calculated exits.
Although Chelsea boasts one of the youngest squads in Premier League history—averaging just over 24 years old—the club has already spent aggressively this summer, focusing primarily on youthful talent. The first wave of transfers came early, taking advantage of a special Club World Cup window to register players ahead of that tournament.
Confirmed Signings – Summer 2025:
- Willian Estevao (£28.7m from Palmeiras)
- Dario Essugo (£18.8m from Sporting Lisbon)
- Kendry Paez (£8.4m from Independiente del Valle)
- Liam Delap (£30m from Ipswich Town)
- Mamadou Sarr (£12m from Strasbourg)
Notably, Dario Essugo is the only one of the incoming signings to feature during Chelsea’s Club World Cup group matches so far. With one fixture remaining in the U.S. against Esperance Tunis, more debuts may follow.
Confirmed Departures – Summer 2025:
- Bashir Humphreys (£10m to Burnley)
- Jadon Sancho (Loan spell ended, returned to Manchester United)
- Marcus Bettinelli (Undisclosed move to Manchester City)
- Lucas Bergstrom (Released)
- Teddy Sharman-Lowe (Loaned to Bolton Wanderers)
With only £10m recouped from sales—most notably from Humphreys’ move to Burnley—Chelsea currently sits at a net loss of £106.7m, having splashed £116.7m so far this window.
Chelsea Transfer Balance – Summer 2025:
- Total Spending: £116.7m
- Total Income: £10m
- Net Loss: £106.7m
As the window progresses, the focus may shift to blending in some experience to balance the youthful core. For now, Chelsea fans can enjoy the early excitement of fresh faces, while keeping an eye on the rumour mill for what could still come.
The full squad continues to evolve as Maresca looks to refine his side for a deeper European push and Premier League consistency next season.