The 5 most expensive signings of Chelsea since Todd Boehly's arrival

The London team is close to finalizing the signing of Morgan Rogers for 137 million euros

Mario Roldán Martínez | 19 Jul 2026 | 13.30
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<p>Todd Boehly has been the owner of Chelsea since May 2022 / Getty Images</p>
<p>Todd Boehly has been the owner of Chelsea since May 2022 / Getty Images</p>

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Every transfer window at Chelsea becomes a constant waste of millions since the arrival of Todd Boehly in May 2022. The American entrepreneur revolutionized the sporting policy of the London club with an aggressive investment that now exceeds €1.5 billion in signings, an unprecedented figure in European football.

Far from curbing spending, everything indicates that Stamford Bridge is ready to set a new record. Various reports in England state that the deal with Aston Villa for Morgan Rogers is well advanced and the deal could close for €137 million (around £118 million), making it the club's most expensive signing in history.

While that signing is finalized, it is worth reviewing the five most costly moves made by Todd Boehly since taking control of Chelsea.

Chelsea's five most expensive signings under Todd Boehly

1. Morgan Rogers – €137 million (pending official confirmation)

If all goes well, Morgan Rogers will soon lead the list of the most expensive signings for Chelsea. The 23-year-old English forward has emerged as one of the shining stars of Aston Villa, showcasing his ability to play in any offensive position.

The English international is reportedly set to sign a contract until 2033, while both clubs finalize the last details of a deal that would set a new record at Stamford Bridge.

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2. Moisés Caicedo – €116 million

The signing of Moisés Caicedo was one of the major battles in the 2023 market. After a direct competition with Liverpool, Chelsea ended up paying around €116 million to Brighton to secure one of the most sought-after midfielders in the Premier League.

The Ecuadorian international signed a long-term contract and, despite a shaky start, he eventually became a key figure in the London midfield.

3. Enzo Fernández – €121 million

Just a few months earlier, another historic investment was made. Chelsea triggered Enzo Fernández's release clause of €121 million after the Argentine shone with his national team in the Qatar World Cup.

Arriving from Benfica, the midfielder signed a long-term contract and continues to be one of the mainstays of the sporting project driven by Todd Boehly.

4. Roméo Lavia – €62 million

Another player the London club strongly invested in was Roméo Lavia. The Belgian international joined from Southampton for around €62 million, despite having limited experience in elite football.

Injuries have affected much of his time at Stamford Bridge, but the sports management still fully believes in his immense potential.

5. Wesley Fofana – €80 million

The defense also received a significant investment with the signing of Wesley Fofana. The French center-back arrived from Leicester City for nearly €80 million, becoming one of the most expensive defenders in history.

Physical issues have hindered his consistent performance, but when available, he has shown the qualities that convinced Chelsea to make such a hefty investment.

A project without economic limits

Todd Boehly's policy has completely transformed the European market. The American owner has not hesitated to make Chelsea the main protagonist of the recent transfer windows, investing in young players, long contracts, and multimillion-dollar deals.

The possible arrival of Morgan Rogers would reinforce this strategy and further raise the financial bar of the London club. If finalized for €137 million, the English winger will become the most expensive signing in the club's history, surpassing the investments made for Enzo Fernández and Moisés Caicedo.

With such financial capacity, Chelsea once again asserts that they will remain one of the major players in the international market. Todd Boehly's management is characterized by historic investments, and the arrival of Morgan Rogers seems to be the next significant move in a project that continues to break records.

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