Closed: the summer 2026 window ended without this move.
Eduardo Pape to Chelsea FC
Last update: 175 days ago
Status and verdict
Did not happen
Closed rumours are no longer scored: the status is final.
UOL first reported the interest on 28 Apr, noting Chelsea had shown interest but no formal offer existed. Yahoo Sports echoed the story on 12 May, adding that both clubs have made enquiries and that Cruzeiro is seeking €30‑40 m.
First reported by UOL
2 articles · 1 independent source
What we know
UOL first reported the interest on 28 Apr, noting Chelsea had shown interest but no formal offer existed. Yahoo Sports echoed the story on 12 May, adding that both clubs have made enquiries and that Cruzeiro is seeking €30‑40 m.
Key findings
- First report: 28 Apr 2026, UOL.
- 1 independent source behind it (UOL); 1 other outlet only repeats earlier reporting.
- Deal stage reached by a counted source: contact.
- No second independent source corroborates it.
- Latest evidence: 175 days ago.
Who reported it
| Outlet | Tier | What they said | Track record | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UOL 28/04/2026 | Tier 3 · Secondary | Chelsea has shown interest in Cruzeiro U20 midfielder Eduardo Pape, but no formal offer exists yet. Stage: interest | No history yet | Original source |
| Yahoo Sports 12/05/2026 | Tier 2 · Established | Chelsea and Manchester City have made enquiries for the 17-year-old midfielder, with Cruzeiro seeking €30-40M. Stage: contact | 1 of 3 cases · 33% | Cites UOL |
Timeline
- 12 May 2026 · Yahoo SportsChelsea and Manchester City have made enquiries for the 17-year-old midfielder, with Cruzeiro seeking €30-40M.
Repeats reporting attributed to UOL. Stage: contact
- 28 Apr 2026 · UOLChelsea has shown interest in Cruzeiro U20 midfielder Eduardo Pape, but no formal offer exists yet.
First-hand report. Stage: interest
Does Chelsea need him?
Central Midfield: the central midfielders Chelsea already have, from their squad list, and who they brought in there over the last two seasons. Facts only: we do not judge the need.
Current central midfielders (5)
| Player | Position | Age | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisés Caicedo | Defensive Midfield | 25 | 30 Jun 2033 |
| Valentín Barco | Central Midfield | 22 | 30 Jun 2033 |
| Roméo Lavia | Defensive Midfield | 22 | 30 Jun 2030 |
| Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli | Central Midfield | 16 | 30 Jun 2028 |
| Jordan Henderson | Central Midfield | 36 | 30 Jun 2028 |
Recent signings in this position
- Jordan Henderson (Central Midfield)2026/27 · free from Brentford FC
- Valentín Barco (Central Midfield)2026/27 · from RC Strasbourg Alsace · €40.00m
- Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli (Central Midfield)2026/27 · from Chelsea FC U18 · fee undisclosed
- Carney Chukwuemeka (Central Midfield)· no longer in the squad2025/26 · back from loan at Borussia Dortmund
- Dário Essugo (Defensive Midfield)· no longer in the squad2025/26 · from Sporting CP · €22.27m
- Lesley Ugochukwu (Defensive Midfield)· no longer in the squad2025/26 · back from loan at Southampton FC
Is it still alive?
- First report
- 28 Apr 2026
- Latest report
- 12 May 2026 (174 days ago)
Contract and fee
- Contract until
- December 2029
- Reported fee
- —
No outlet has quoted a figure for this move yet. We never estimate one.
Also linked with
Player profile
- Full name
- Eduardo Thiago Pape
- Age
- 17