Armando Broja Set to Join Burnley in Major Transfer from Chelsea

Burnley have completed most of Armando Broja’s medical checks. The striker is expected to finalize his move from Chelsea soon. Broja will sign a long-term deal to play for Burnley in their return season to the Premier League as confirmed in previous reports.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Burnley and Chelsea agreed on a permanent transfer for Armando Broja. The deal is worth about £20 million. The Albanian international, who turned 23 this summer, has arrived in Burnley and completed most of his medical tests. Broja is expected to sign a five-year contract, marking the end of his time at Chelsea. He made his senior debut there in 2020 and had several loan spells across various clubs according to multiple sources.

Broja struggled with injuries recently, including an ACL injury. He also lacked playing time during loan periods at Fulham and Everton, where he made 10 appearances in the Premier League last season as reported.

BROJA’S JOURNEY AND THE CLUBS’ CURRENT SITUATION

Broja started his career at Chelsea but faced injuries and competition that limited his impact. He impressed during earlier loans at Vitesse and Southampton, scoring 11 and 6 goals. However, last season at Everton, he had limited minutes and failed to score.

For Chelsea, Broja’s departure is part of a larger rebuild. They finished the 2024/25 Premier League season in 4th place and won both the Conference League and the Club World Cup, and his exit follows other departures from the club. Chelsea is also bringing in new attackers and is looking to sell other players.

Burnley, meanwhile, finished second in last season’s Championship, earning promotion to the Premier League. They brought in Broja to strengthen their attack for the new campaign.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR BROJA AND BURNLEY?

Broja will officially join Burnley once his medical and personal terms are finalized. This is expected within 24 hours. He is likely to be available for Burnley’s Premier League opener. The club aims to secure a strong start and avoid relegation.

Burnley’s first fixture is against Tottenham. Burnley is newly promoted, and Tottenham is in a transition period after big squad changes and finishing 17th last season. The Clarets hope Broja’s arrival will boost their attack and help them compete in the top division.