Chelsea agree deal with Diakite

Sport Chelsea agree deal with Diakite Published on April 20, 2026 By Don Silas googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Chelsea has agreed a professional deal with young defender Calvin Diakite. This was disclosed by football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano in a tweet via his official X account on Monday night. “Chelsea have agreed a pro deal with talented defender Calvin Diakite,” Romano tweeted. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); “Agreement valid until June 2028 with Diakite, who’s been part of the Chelsea U21’s, U18’s and England youth team.” Diakite signed for Chelsea as an Under-11 and has grown into a commanding and disciplined defender. He has also been part of the England youth set-up, making his debut for the Under-17 team last year. Don't Miss NNL: Akwa United proud despite NPFL promotion miss You may like EPL: You’re not good enough to start at Chelsea – Robinson knocks Garnacho EPL: Liam Rosenior gives verdict on Chelsea’s chances of qualifying for Champions League EPL: ‘Why I can’t name Fernandez Chelsea captain’ – Rosenior EPL: Bruno Fernandes enters history book after Man Utd’s 1-0 win against Chelsea EPL: ‘Hardly have time to train’ – Cole Palmer opens up on Chelsea boss, Rosenior EPL: Rosenior told only condition to remain as Chelsea manager

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