- Alfie Gilchrist has broken into the Chelsea first team squad this season
- The 20-year-old has made 12 appearances under Mauricio Pochettino
- Have a day off, Pep! Guardiola’s lecture to Grealish on the Etihad pitch was unnecessary, says Ian Ladyman – It’s All Kicking Off
Chelsea have announced that defender Alfie Gilchrist has signed a new contract with the club until 2026, with an option for a further year.
The academy graduate broke into first team squad this season under Mauricio Pochettino and now made 12 senior appearances for the Blues.
The 20-year-old is a boyhood Chelsea fan with both his grandfather and father having been season ticket holders.
He joined the London club from Queens Park Rangers in 2014 at the age of 11 and has come through the ranks.
‘Signing this contract at Chelsea is a massive achievement for me and my family,’ said Gilchrist.
Chelsea have announced that defender Alfie Gilchrist has signed a new contract
‘It was a no-brainer and every time I’ve signed a contract here it has felt nicer and nicer. But now I want to keep on pushing on and keep improving.’
Co-sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley said: ‘we are delighted to give Alfie this new contract at Chelsea.
‘It has been a pleasure to see him continue his development within the club by breaking into the first-team squad this season.
‘We are looking forward to seeing him progress further in the years to come.’
Gilchrist has been limited mainly to substitute appearances this season with his only starts coming in the FA Cup.
…