Chelsea Set to Sign Rising Star Ian Subiabre from River Plate
As of December 20, 2025, Chelsea appears to be the frontrunners in the race to acquire the talented forward Ian Subiabre from River Plate. The 18-year-old striker has been making waves in South American football, cementing his status as one of the region’s most promising prospects.
This isn’t Chelsea’s first foray into discussions surrounding Subiabre. Recent reports indicate that they are competing with Barcelona for his transfer, as noted by Fichajes. However, Barcelona’s current financial difficulties could hinder their efforts, putting Chelsea in a favorable position to conclude the deal.
Despite the strong competition, Chelsea is keen on building a young, dynamic squad and has successfully integrated other young talents such as Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez, and Malo Gusto into their team. The club seems determined to continue this trend with players like Subiabre.
It remains to be seen whether Subiabre will make his way to Stamford Bridge, but given the circumstances, a transfer looks imminent as he is unlikely to remain at River Plate for long.
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