What has already become apparent in the last few days is now fixed: Dylan Williams is leaving the English second division club Derby County in this winter transfer window to join Chelsea.
“Wow! I’m so happy to have signed for one of the biggest clubs in the world,” the 18-year-old left-back wrote on his Instagram account. “Thank you for everything the staff and players at Derby County have done. I can’t wait to start at Chelsea.”
Derby County manager Wayne Rooney also confirmed the departure but declined to give specifics on the move. Due to acute financial problems, the traditional club is urgently dependent on transfer proceeds.
Williams, who was allowed to play nine competitive games for his club this season, is said to be loud The Athletic first play at Chelsea FC U23 and not cover the left-back needs of the pros as expected, which is why you can count on another new signing.
