Chelsea's attempt to sign Paris Saint-Germain and Nigeria international midfielder Jennifer Echegini has reportedly been unsuccessful after the French club turned down their offer.
Echegini is no stranger to English football, having spent time in the youth systems of Charlton Athletic, Millwall Lionesses, and Arsenal.
Her professional career has also seen her play across Europe and the United States, with stints at SCE Nijmegen, Juventus, and in the American collegiate system with the Mississippi State Bulldogs and Florida State Seminoles.
She is brimming with determination as she prepares for her debut appearance at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.
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Chelsea’s bid for Echegini rejected
According to reports from Sky Sports UK, PSG rejected the bid from the Women's Super League champions and have since ended all negotiations.
With discussions now off the table, Chelsea will likely re-evaluate their transfer strategy and consider another approach for Echegini during the summer window.
The collapse of the deal is expected to have a ripple effect on Chelsea's current squad, with limited players.
Midfielder Lexi Potter, who was reportedly a candidate for a loan move, is now expected to remain with the club.
Chelsea were reportedly working against the clock to secure Echegini's signature before the transfer deadline at 11:00 PM, but the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations winner will remain in Paris for the time being.
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