Chelsea has opened discussions about teenage attacking midfielder Gabriel Mec as they intensify their youth recruitment policy.
According to HITC, Chelsea have opened talks with Gremio for teenage attacking midfielder Gabriel Mec. The Blues have also intensified their youth recruitment policy, which will see them target more young stars, with the 16-year-old Brazilian winger one of the key targets in their plans.
Chelsea in Gabriel mec hunt
Chelsea is set to intensify its plans to recruit young emerging stars, and the club will not be deterred from its policy. Since the takeover of Clearlake Capital, the Blues have been one of the most aggressive clubs for youth talents, and now they have set sights on another future star.
Gremio’s Gabriel Mec, an attacking midfielder by Treade, has been earmarked by the Blues to join them in the future. Continuing on the current trend, Chelsea will look to tie up a move early rather than wait for another 2-3 years for the player to mature and become the target of their rivals.
Much like Real Madrid agreed to a deal for Endrick, Chelsea is not trying to do the same for Gabriel Mec. The Blues are in talks with Gremio about the move, although a price has not been mentioned so far for the 16-year-old Brazilian winger.
The Blues face competition from Manchester United and Aston Villa, but with their strong network in Brazil, they will feel confident about the signing. Should they succeed, Gabriel Mec will only be able to join from the 2026-27 season as Brazilian rules do not allow a player to leave the country before turning 18.
Chelsea continues their youth recruitment
Apart from the chase of Gabriel Mec, Chelsea has made a significant stamp on the youth markets, especially for those players who are close to breaking through into the first team. In the past two years, they have brought many South American talents, like Andrey Santos and the incoming Kendry Paez.
This summer, they have already tied a move for Aaron Anselmino from Boca Juniors, while Estevao from Palmeiras is also on his way. They might target others, but for now, they seem focused on Gabriel Mec.
