Chelsea, Dortmund and Bayern chase record breaking Europa League talent for future move
Chelsea, Borussia Dortmund, and Bayern Munich are among several top clubs interested in Norwegian teenage talent Eirik Granaas, who has already made senior appearances for Fredrikstad FK and played in the Europa League. The 16-year-old is being compared to Martin Odegaard due to his early development and potential, drawing attention from major European teams. A transfer is unlikely before 2028, but clubs like Chelsea may seek to secure future deals similar to their approach with Estevao.
- ▪Eirik Granaas is a 16-year-old Norwegian talent playing senior football for Fredrikstad FK in the Norwegian top flight.
- ▪Granaas has appeared in the Europa League and is recognized as the youngest player ever in European competition by many statistics sources.
- ▪Clubs including Chelsea, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and Liverpool are reportedly interested in the teenager.
- ▪Granaas cannot transfer to a foreign club until 2028 due to age regulations, but pre-contract negotiations may occur earlier.
- ▪Chelsea previously used a similar future-move strategy with Brazilian prospect Estevao.
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