Armando Broja Set to Join Burnley in Permanent Transfer from Chelsea

Armando Broja is leaving Chelsea for Burnley. This transfer is permanent, and he will sign a long-term contract. He will complete his medical in the next 24 hours.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Burnley and Chelsea have agreed on the transfer of Armando Broja to Clarets on a permanent deal. Broja is expected to join the team after medical checks. This move ends his time at Chelsea, as he struggled to get regular minutes and was set back by major injuries, including a significant ACL injury in 2022. Last season, Broja was on loan at Everton, making 10 appearances in the Premier League.

BROJA’S JOURNEY AND CHELSEA’S CHANGES

Broja, 23, came through Chelsea’s academy and spent time on loan at Southampton in the 2021/22 season, scoring six league goals. His career was derailed by injuries, and competition increased at Chelsea after they signed players like Liam Delap and Joao Pedro over the summer. As Chelsea rebuild their squad and have let go of several attacking players, Broja’s departure frees up space in the team. Burnley, recently promoted to the Premier League, want to bolster their strength in preparation for the upcoming challenges.

IMPACT FOR BURNLEY AND WHAT COMES NEXT

Burnley was the Championship winner last season, securing their return to the Premier League. Broja is seen as a player who can help the team score goals as they aim to avoid relegation. The team opens their Premier League campaign against Tottenham next week. Burnley hopes Broja will settle quickly and deliver the top form required, as they go up against fellow promoted teams Leeds United and Sunderland that are also looking to survive the drop.