OFFICIAL: Lesley Ugochukwu completes his loan move to Southampton

Ankit Kunwar August 17, 2024August 17, 2024 Chelsea Transfers Live, Southampton Transfers Live

Chelsea midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu has agreed to join newly-promoted Premier League side Southampton on a season-long loan where he get more minutes as a first-team player.

The 20-year-old arrived at Chelsea from Rennes last summer and managed to secure only 15 appearances in all competitions for the West London giants. He was also a part of Chelsea’s pre-season tour in the United States.

🔴⚪️🤝🏻 Official, confirmed. Lesley Ugochukwu joins Southampton on loan from Chelsea.

Salary covered and NO buy option clause included. pic.twitter.com/QocQZFBntJ
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 16, 2024

A move to Southampton will give him the opportunity to continue his development at the top level of English football.