Ike Ugbo
Chelsea agree to sell duo for combined €17.5m, readying fresh Jules Kounde bid – report
Chelsea have sanctioned the departures of Ike Ugbo and Davide Zappacosta to Genk and Atalanta respectively, reputed journalist Fabrizio Romano claims. The Blues have made just one high-profile signing this summer in Romelu Lukaku. The Belgian returned to the club from Inter Milan for a record €115 million fee. They are eyeing an elite centre-back before the transfer deadline next week, and it is widely known that they are negotiating a deal for Sevilla’s Jules Kounde. The Blues are keen to recoup funds for the Frenchman, and the progress has already started with Ugbo and Zappacosta leaving on permanent deals. Ugbo had an impressive 2020/21 season with Cercle Brugge in Belgium, registering 17 goals. He looks set to return to the Jupiler Pro League with heavyweights Genk. Genk have agre...
Fulham target agrees personal terms with Belgian giants, could join them soon – report
Chelsea striker Ike Ugbo has agreed personal terms with Genk ahead of a potential transfer, reputed Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano claims. Ugbo has not made a competitive appearance for the Blues in his career, and he has spent time away on loan with five different clubs. The 22-year-old had a promising stint with Cercle Brugge in the Belgian top-flight last term, registering 17 goals across all competitions. He helped them avoid relegation, but decided against the opportunity to join them permanently in the pursuit of a bigger challenge. Fulham have been regularly linked with Ugbo in recent months with reports suggesting that he could be available for €3-5 million. However, the striker appears determined to return to Belgium with Genk, and has already agreed personal terms with t...
West Ham reportedly keen on signing 17-goal forward from their PL rivals
West Ham United and Fulham are interested in signing Chelsea striker Ike Ugbo this summer, according to Het Belang van Limburg. Genk, Eintracht Frankfurt, Feyenoord and PSV Eindhoven are also reportedly in the chase. Ugbo was on loan at Cercle Brugge last season, scoring 17 goals across all competitions. The 22-year-old is currently in the final year of his contract, and the Blues will have to cash in this summer or lose him on a free transfer next year. West Ham’s interest in the highly talented forward certainly makes sense as David Moyes needs to add more depth to his attacking options. The Hammers were reliant on Michail Antonio for goals this past season but require a more natural goalscorer, and Ugbo could be a solid long-term investment. The youngster has the potential to develop in...
Belgian giants favourites to sign Fulham target, who scored 17 goals last season – report
Genk are reportedly leading the race to sign Chelsea striker Ike Ugbo this summer. The 22-year-old spent last season on loan with Belgian top-flight club Cercle Brugge, registering 17 goals in 34 appearances across all competitions. He played a key role in them avoiding relegation. Brugge had the option to sign him permanently but opted against the deal as Ugbo wanted a new challenge. It was previously suggested that Watford or Fulham could sign the Englishman, but it now appears that he could be set for a permanent move abroad. Besiktas, PSV and Feyenoord have expressed an interest, but reputed journalist Fabrizio Romano claims that Genk are confident of landing his services. Sportslens view: Earlier in April, Watford were in negotiations with Ugbo, but it appears unlikely that ...
