Chelsea joins the bidding for the signing of Milton Delgado from Boca

The Argentine midfielder from Boca Juniors is being targeted by several European teams for the winter transfer market.

Javier Parra Peña | 6 Nov 2025 | 20.30
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Chelsea, in the bid for the signing of Milton Delgado from Boca
Chelsea, in the bid for the signing of Milton Delgado from Boca

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Chelsea has set its sights on Milton Delgado, a 20-year-old defensive midfielder who plays in the top categories of Boca Juniors and is beginning to stand out with the Argentine youth national team.

The "Blues," always active in the South American youth market, see in Delgado a high-potential investment to strengthen their midfield. In a context where Chelsea seeks competition, balance, and long-term projection, the young Argentine emerges as a top priority.

Chelsea intensifies tracking of Milton Delgado

At Stamford Bridge, they have identified that Milton Delgado meets several criteria they value: youth, a long contract with Boca Juniors until December 2028, and international experience in the U-20 category where he excelled.

Chelsea has already initiated initial exploratory contacts for a possible deal. The London club, aiming to reinforce the defensive midfield despite having players like Moisés Caicedo or Enzo Fernández, believes that signing Delgado would be a strategic move for both rotation and the future.

Milton Delgado: From Xeneize to European radar

Milton Delgado emerged from Boca Juniors' youth system, and his progress in the first team caught attention beyond Argentina. With nearly 35 official appearances for La Ribera's club, he played a pivotal role in the international display of Argentina's U-20 team that reached the World Cup final.

Boca Juniors has positioned the player as one of their future assets and has begun to protect him from the European market. Nevertheless, Chelsea sees an opportunity: his estimated price is around 17 million euros due to a release clause in his contract, a figure deemed accessible for the English club's market.

Why Does Chelsea Want Him?

The signing of Milton Delgado fits perfectly into Chelsea's strategy. The midfield's performance, combining physicality, aggressiveness, and creativity, has shown weaknesses at certain points in the season. Delgado brings youth, character, and game reading, qualities that appeal to the London team's coaching staff.

His profile also aligns with Chelsea's scouting philosophy: investing in young talents with room for growth who they can shape, integrate, and capitalize on. Additionally, Delgado's familiarity with the pressure of a big club like Boca Juniors adds an extra dimension for the "Blues."

Within Boca Juniors' environment, the potential transfer of the player generates anticipation and caution. The club has made it clear that they won't part with a developing talent without securing favorable conditions. Chelsea, aware of this situation, knows that merely presenting an offer won't be enough: they must present a convincing development plan for Milton Delgado and assure playing time for his progression.

Moreover, the interest from other clubs like Sevilla, Benfica, or even MLS's Inter Miami forces Chelsea to accelerate their steps if they truly aim to secure the signing.

Chelsea now faces the next challenge: turning serious interest into a concrete deal. They must surpass competitors, persuade the player, and negotiate with Boca Juniors in a market where opportunities for young talents often move swiftly.

Milton Delgado could be the cornerstone of the future midfield for the London team, but that future must be defined in the present. If Chelsea manages to complete the signing, it will send a clear message about its ambition and investment capacity in emerging talent.

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