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Chelsea have agreed to sign 16-year-old midfielder Vicente Garcia from LA Galaxy for $3 million. The player will continue his development in MLS and join the Londoners in the summer of 2028 after turning 18.

London's Chelsea have finalised a deal to acquire 16-year-old central midfielder Vicente Garcia from LA Galaxy. The transfer fee is estimated at around $3 million plus potential bonuses.

However, under current regulations, the move won't officially take place until the summer of 2028, when Garcia turns 18. Until then, the young midfielder will continue his development within the American club’s structure.

Details of the deal and the player's prospects

  • Investing in the future: Chelsea are sticking to their strategy of scouting the best young talents across the globe. The signing of Garcia is seen as a promising long-term investment.
  • Progress in MLS: Garcia signed his first professional contract with LA Galaxy at just 14 years old in January 2025. In the ongoing season, he has been playing for the Galaxy's affiliate team, Ventura County, in MLS Next Pro.
  • International experience: The midfielder has already featured for both the USA and Mexico at the under-15 level.

The club hope that by the time he moves to Stamford Bridge in 2028, Garcia will be ready to compete for a place in the first team.