In 2022, Chelsea were one of a number of clubs interested in Brazilian wonderkid Endrick. The teenager is said to be one of the most sought after talents in world football and had a list of potential suitors.
The forward eventually agreed to join Real Madrid for €60million (£51million) with the Champions League holders paying the release clause in his contract. Endrick and his family visited the Cobham training ground in the Blues' attempts to acquire his services but the prospect of following in the footsteps of Brazilian's gone by in La Liga proved to be a key factor.
Chelsea did, however, sign a young Brazilian Andrey Santos in January. The midfielder joined from Vasco da Gama for £11million as part of Todd Boehly's long-term vision in west London. Since sealing a move to England, Santos has been participating in the U20 South American Championship in Colombia.
