Injuries to Romeo Lavia and the lack of game time for Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall have clearly influenced this move. Despite rumours suggesting a loan to Strasbourg, Chelsea have made it clear they want Amougou in the first-team squad, ready to step in should any of our key midfielders be sidelined. His 17 Ligue 1 appearances at just 19 years old provide a glimpse of his potential, albeit with the understanding that he still has a steep learning curve ahead. While it’s reassuring to see the club planning ahead, many of us are still a bit anxious about whether Amougou can truly fill in for the calibre of Caicedo or Fernandez if called upon in a Premier League clash. For now, he appears to be an extra body to bolster the squad in emergencies—a strategic move that could pay dividends in the long term if he develops as expected. As fans, we hope that with regular game time and proper nurturing, this young talent will grow into a dependable option in our midfield arsenal.