Now World ViewChelsea hijack dream Man Utd transfer as ‘secret talks’ held behind Ruben Amorim’s back
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Chelsea have significantly dented Manchester United's hopes of signing Geovany Quenda. The Sporting CP winger emerged as a target for the Red Devils shortly after Ruben Amorim replaced Erik ten Hag as head coach at Old Trafford.
Quenda, who sees his contract at the Jose Alvalade Stadium expire in June 2027, has featured 25 times for Sporting in the Primeira Liga this season, scoring one goal and providing five assists. Playing a crucial role in Rui Borges' side, he’s helped the Portuguese giants climb to the top of the table.
The 17-year-old was also key for Sporting in the UEFA Champions League, appearing in each of their ‘league phase’ ties before crashing out of the competition to Borussia Dortmund in the play-offs. Quenda’s impressive performances haven’t gone under the radar, attracting interest from some top clubs.
In fact, football.london understands Chelsea have agreed a £40m deal with Sporting to sign the Portugal Under-21 international. Quenda, who will join the Blues at the end of next season, has signed a seven-year contract, which includes the option of a further 12 months.
Fabrizio Romano has described the development as a ‘secret blitz’. Interestingly, Amorim handed Quenda his Primeira Liga debut in August 2024, featuring at right wing-back in a 3-1 win over Rio Ave.
He was thrown into the deep end by the Portuguese tactician, quickly becoming a key player for Sporting. He has since become a mainstay in the starting lineup, even after Amorim's move to United, appearing in the frontline and at wing-back.
After his final game in charge at Sporting, Quenda congratulated the new United boss on his move to Old Trafford. On his Instagram story, he wrote: “Thank you for believing in me and letting me play for the club I love, big hug and good luck in the future [green heart, watery eyes and fist bump emoji].”
During the September international break last year, Bernardo Silva claimed Quenda could one day take his place in the Portugal starting lineup. Speaking at a press conference, the Manchester City star said: "As for Quenda, he will probably take my place.
"But he is part of the national team, certain players leave, new people come in and generations change. It is impressive to see the level Quenda is at at this age. I didn't play for Benfica's youth team. It wasn't for the juniors, it was for the youth team. I didn't play for Benfica's youth team.
"Seeing him at 17 years old representing Sporting and the national team, it is because he deserves it and has the skills to be here. If he continues, he will certainly reach greater heights than he is at now."
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