Chelsea Midfielder Andrey Santos Recalled from Loan at Nottingham Forest
Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos has been recalled from his loan spell at Nottingham Forest. The Brazil international, who signed for Chelsea from Vasco da Gama last January, rejoined the Brazilian side on loan in March before being loaned to Forest in the summer transfer window. However, after just two appearances, Santos has returned to Stamford Bridge.
Interest from Strasbourg
Strasbourg, which is owned by the same group as Chelsea, has expressed interest in taking Santos for the second half of the season. However, for Chelsea to send the 19-year-old abroad, they would need to end one of their current seven international loans. As it stands, Chelsea already has the maximum number of players out on international loans, including Gabriel Slonina at Eupen, David Fofana at Union Berlin, Angelo Gabriel at Strasbourg, Diego Moreira at Lyon, Hakim Ziyech at Galatasaray, Kepa Arrizabalaga at Real Madrid, and Romelu Lukaku at Roma. Ending one of these loans could facilitate a temporary move abroad for Santos.
Options for Santos
If Santos returns to the Chelsea first team in January, he will join Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez, Conor Gallagher, Lesley Ugochukwu, and Romeo Lavia as central midfield options for head coach Mauricio Pochettino.
Upcoming FA Cup Match
Chelsea will be facing Preston North End in the FA Cup on Saturday.
Conclusion
Andrey Santos has been recalled from his loan at Nottingham Forest by Chelsea. The club is considering options for his future, including a potential move to Strasbourg. If he returns to the Chelsea first team, Santos will add depth to their central midfield options. Chelsea’s upcoming FA Cup match against Preston North End will provide an opportunity for the team to showcase their talent.