Chelsea have been dealt a blow in their bid to create a multi-club model and partner up with emerging teams across the globe in order to better hone the development of young players. It has been a public goal of the new ownership to create such a structure as they look to have closer control over the pathway of prospective Blues stars of the future.
A clear link has been taken off the market though after Bayern Munich announced a partnership with MLS side Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC). A statement released by the Bundesliga giants on Monday read: "FC Bayern Munich and Major League Soccer champions Los Angeles Football Club are to cooperate in the development of young talent.
"To this end, the two clubs have set up a joint venture (Red&Gold Football) based in Munich. The management team will be announced in the near future. The aim of the cooperation is to develop international talents, also in cooperation with partner clubs, for their own teams and for professional football."
