Chelsea 'in advanced talks to sign 18-year-old Norwich City prospect Alex Matos'

Chelsea are in advanced talks to sign Norwich City youngster Alex Matos.

As reported by Fabrizio Romano, the 18-year-old is set to join Chelsea on a free transfer, with the deal to include add-ons.

Chelsea are eager to have a very strong Under-21 side for next season, with the club's head of youth development and recruitment Jim Fraser having identified Matos as a player with much potential.

Matos is capable of performing effectively as a central midfielder or out wide.

This season he has made 13 appearances for Norwich's Under-21 side in the second tier of Premier League 2 and has provided three assists.

In addition, Matos has played eight times for Norwich Under-18s in the league and has also featured in the FA Youth Cup.

Previously capped by England at Under-15 level, he is seen as a player with a very bright future.

Matos featured for Norwich at Under-18 level when he was still a schoolboy.

He made the switch to Norwich from Luton Town's academy as an Under-12s player.

Matos signed scholarship terms with Norwich in the summer of 2021.