Chelsea’s new £18 million signing, Andrey Santos, has been denied a Premier League work permit and will be unable to play for the club for the time being, gistpeople reports
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According to Mail Online, Santos missed out by one point due to the Blues’ other midfielders, including additions made later in the January transfer window.
Santos, 18, was one of eight signings for the west London club this winter, and was signed towards the start of 2023.
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After a successful stint in the South American U-20 championship, the Brazilian midfielder could return to his home country on loan.
Santos was instrumental in Brazil’s regional tournament success, scoring a header in the final earlier this week.
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Chelsea reportedly applied for an exceptional talent visa to allow Santos to play in the Premier League, but it was denied due to a narrow decision.
Potter mentioned the Brazilian’s situation during Chelsea’s pre-match press conference ahead of their Premier League match against Southampton on Saturday.
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‘Santos is still in the same place,’ Potter said. We’re looking into what his options are.’
Because he is unable to join the Chelsea squad for the time being, it appears that he will travel to Brazil to compete in the Copa Libertadores, with Palmeiras thought to be in pole position.
According to the Evening Standard, playing in South America’s top club competition would add at least three points to Santos’ application to play in the Premier League.
