Chelsea Announce Double Deal: Jesse Derry Joins, Kendry Paez Heads to Strasbourg on Loan

Chelsea FC have officially confirmed two transfer moves on Thursday, strengthening their long-term youth project with the arrival of Jesse Derry and the strategic loan of Kendry Páez.

✅ Jesse Derry Signs Until 2029

In a statement via their website, the Blues announced the signing of Jesse Derry, the highly-rated 18-year-old winger from Crystal Palace. Derry has already made waves at youth level and recently featured for England at the UEFA U-19 European Championship.

Derry has now signed a long-term contract with Chelsea, tying him to the club until 2029 — a clear show of belief in his potential.

🗣️ “Jesse is an exciting talent who we believe will thrive within our system,” Chelsea’s academy director said in an internal briefing.

🔁 Kendry Páez Loaned to Strasbourg

Meanwhile, Ecuadorian sensation Kendry Páez, also 18, will spend the season on loan at RC Strasbourg, Chelsea’s sister club in France’s Ligue 1.

Páez, who already has 70 senior appearances for Independiente del Valle and 18 caps for Ecuador, has earned a growing reputation for his composure, vision, and creativity far beyond his years.

💬 “We look forward to monitoring and supporting Kendry‘s development throughout his time in France. Good luck, Kendry,” Chelsea said in a statement.

This loan move is part of a deliberate development plan, offering Páez the opportunity to gain top-flight European experience in a competitive league — without the immediate pressure of the Premier League.

🗣️ Opinion: Chelsea’s Youth Pipeline Keeps Growing

Chelsea may not be making the biggest headlines in terms of marquee signings right now, but moves like these show the smart long-game strategy under the club’s current leadership. Derry brings homegrown potential, while Páez is clearly being groomed for a future role at Stamford Bridge.

If managed right, Chelsea could be building their next golden generation.

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