Chelsea close to signing Pep Chavarria from Rayo Vallecano for €19m
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Chelsea is nearing a transfer agreement for left back Pep Chavarria from Rayo Vallecano, with a fixed fee of €19 million reportedly established. The deal has faced delays but is said to be in its final stages, with sources indicating that Chavarria is ready to travel for a medical and sign in the UK soon. Following the transfer, he is expected to join his new teammates in Hong Kong, unless further complications arise. Chelsea has also been linked to Diogo Costa, but sources suggest this move is unlikely at this moment.
- •Pep Chavarria's transfer deal is reported to be €19 million.
- •Chelsea aims to finalize the transfer soon as Chavarria prepares for a medical.
- •Delays in the transfer have been ongoing, but optimism is growing.
- •Chelsea also considered Diogo Costa, but that move appears less likely.
- •Chavarria's transition could see him join teammates in Hong Kong.
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