Andrey Santos says he’s ready to fight for Chelsea and win the Club World Cup. After a breakout season at Strasbourg, he returns eager to make his mark.
With the Club World Cup fast approaching, Andrey Santos is returning to Chelsea not just with potential — but with serious momentum.
The 21-year-old Brazilian midfielder has made it clear he’s here to fight for his place, win silverware, and help Chelsea etch their name in the history books — starting with a shot at global glory.
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🏆 Club World Cup: Santos’ First Target at Chelsea
Speaking about his goals, Santos left no doubts about his winning mentality:
“When we talk about Chelsea, it’s a matter of winning and fighting for all competitions. With the Club World Cup, it will not be different. We want to be champions.”
With Chelsea set to participate in the inaugural 32-team Club World Cup, Santos sees the tournament as the perfect stage to announce himself.
In a knockout format where small margins decide games, Chelsea will need players hungry for success — players like Santos, who are ready to leave everything on the pitch for a title.
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🔥 Breakout Season at Strasbourg: The Numbers
Santos returns to Stamford Bridge off the back of a stunning campaign in Ligue 1 with Strasbourg. His all-action displays delivered both consistency and end-product:
• 34 games (34 starts)
• 11 goals
• 4 assists
• 10 big chances created
• 89% pass accuracy
• 67% accurate long balls
• 237 duels won
• 197 balls recovered
• 116 tackles
• 65 fouls won
He wasn’t just consistent — he dominated. Whether breaking up play, progressing the ball, or arriving late in the box, Santos played like a seasoned professional.
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🧠 Liam Rosenior’s High Praise: “He Plays Like He’s 32”
Strasbourg manager Liam Rosenior was effusive in his praise for the young midfielder:
“Andrey is going to have a magnificent career. You forget how young some of them are. Andrey plays like he’s 32. I call him Dunga. He’s Brazilian but he doesn’t play like one — he’s so smart and his stats are through the roof. In terms of scoring goals and winning duels, he’s going to have an outstanding career.”
That level of maturity, combined with physicality and intelligence, is exactly what Chelsea’s midfield has been crying out for — especially with the demands of multiple competitions looming.
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🚀 Flexibility to Fit Chelsea’s Needs
“My best version is playing as a 5, but I can also play as an 8. If the coach says play 8, 5, or goalkeeper, I’m going to do it.”
Santos’ adaptability makes him an even more valuable asset. Whether operating as a deep-lying No. 5, a dynamic No. 8, or even shifting his role based on tactical needs, he offers Chelsea and Enzo Maresca genuine options in midfield.
In tournaments like the Club World Cup, where flexibility can win tight games, Santos’ willingness to adapt could be vital.
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🏁 Final Word: Andrey Santos Is Ready to Fight for Glory
Andrey Santos isn’t returning to Chelsea as a prospect. He’s returning as a proven performer — and a player ready to fight for minutes, trophies, and a permanent role in the Blues’ future.
With the Club World Cup around the corner and Chelsea aiming to make history, Santos could be one of the players who makes the biggest impact — both in 2025 and beyond