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Nigeria-Eligible Star Dumps Chelsea, Signs 5-Year Deal with Rival Premier League Club

Lesley Ugochukwu has joined Burnley from English Premier League rivals Chelsea FC for over £20 million on a five-year deal ahead of the upcoming season.

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The international French Espoirs Lesley Ugochukwu (21 years old) signed this Wednesday evening a 5-year contract with Burnley. The transfer allowance is more than 20 million euros.

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As we have told you in recent days, Lesley Ugochukwu joined Burnley. The midfielder, trained at Stade Rennais, had joined Chelsea two years ago for 27 million euros. Last season, the French international hope (6 selections) had a loan to Southampton, where he was able to accumulate playing time (26 Premier League games, 1 goal), so his performances finally convinced Burnley to spend 20 million euros, including bonuses, to attach his services. "T…

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Le Parisien broke the news in Paris, France on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
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