Dario Essugo
20-Year-Old
Chelsea
Premier
Unused substitute in EFL semifinal
Essugo was an unused bench option during the midweek EFL Cup loss to Arsenal.
ANALYSIS
Essugo has already overcome his thigh issues but remains without a single appearance in the entire 2025/26 campaign. He could be a central midfield asset, possibly offering some defensive value for the rest of the season. However, he's unlikely to find a consistent role on a squad that also includes Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez and Andrey Santos.
Essugo has already overcome his thigh issues but remains without a single appearance in the entire 2025/26 campaign. He could be a central midfield asset, possibly offering some defensive value for the rest of the season. However, he's unlikely to find a consistent role on a squad that also includes Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez and Andrey Santos.
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Still not available
Essugo (thigh) is still not an option for the time being since coach Enzo Maresca made a mistake announcing him back next week, according to Bobby Vincent from Football London.
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Suffers setback in training
Essugo (thigh) will need more time to return from his injury after suffering a setback in training, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference. "Dario was okay, and started some sessions with us. Now he needs to slow down a little bit so he will be out again, hopefully nothing important."
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Trains with team Friday
Essugo (thigh) took part in team training on Friday, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference, according to Football London. "Dario took part in the session this morning, good news."
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Still far away from return
Essugo (thigh) could return at best by late December, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference, according to Football London. "He's still out for a while, probably we need to wait but maybe December or January."
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Could be out until 2026
Essugo could be ruled out for a minimum of 12 weeks after undergoing surgery on a thigh injury, meaning he may not be available for selection until 2026, according to The Athletic.
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Chelsea willing to sign him
Chelsea are interested in signing Essugo, according to The Sun.
ANALYSIS
Essugo has spent the 2024/25 season on loan at Las Palmas, and the promising midfielder has been one of the team's most consistent performers despite his age. Chelsea believe he could be a long-term building block alongside Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo, and they are closing in on a deal to sign the 19-year-old Sporting CP player.
Essugo has spent the 2024/25 season on loan at Las Palmas, and the promising midfielder has been one of the team's most consistent performers despite his age. Chelsea believe he could be a long-term building block alongside Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo, and they are closing in on a deal to sign the 19-year-old Sporting CP player.