At just 20 years old, Armando Broja already has a collection of Chelsea supporters clamouring for him to make his first senior start for the club. The Armenia international has been tied to the Blues since signing for the academy at the end of his under-9 season but spent the last two season out on loan, first to Vitesse Arnhem in 2019/20 before linking up with Southampton last term.
The Cobham product enjoyed some impressive form on the south coast on his way to nine goals for the club, though his output diminished in the closing months of the season. Nevertheless, it was always the plan to assess Broja's first team merits during pre-season.
While the striker's place was deliberated over, injuries slowed Broja's chances to impress Thomas Tuchel and his coaching staff. The youngster still drew interest from clubs across Europe and Premier League sides West Ham and Everton were keen.
