Armando Broja, the promising Albanian striker, has made a significant move to Everton on loan from Chelsea. The deal, confirmed by Fabrizio Romano, does not include any obligation for Everton to buy the player. Instead, Everton holds a £30m buy option, allowing them to decide on Broja’s permanent transfer based on his performance.
- Armando Broja joins Everton on loan from Chelsea with a £30m buy option.
- Chelsea will cover his salary until he is fit to play.
- Everton will start paying his salary once he is match-ready.
Armando Broja’s Career and Loan Details
Broja’s loan agreement is financially favorable for Everton. There is no loan fee, and Chelsea will be responsible for Broja’s salary until he is fit and ready to play. At that point, Everton will take over his salary obligations. This arrangement provides Everton with a low-risk opportunity to evaluate Broja’s impact on their squad.
🔵🇦🇱 Understand Armando Broja deal does not include any obligation to buy.
Loan with £30m buy option completely up to Everton.
NO loan fee and only #CFC will pay salary until Broja is fit, ready to play — in that moment Everton will start paying the salary. https://t.co/yFPTIVKXFQ
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 02, 2023
Broja’s Football Journey and Achievements
Armando Broja, born on September 10, 2001, in Slough, England, stands tall at 1.91 meters and plays as a striker. His youth career included stints at Burnham Juniors, Tottenham Hotspur, and Chelsea. Broja’s senior career began at Chelsea, where he made 26 appearances and scored 2 goals.
- Youth Career:
- Burnham Juniors (until 2007)
- Tottenham Hotspur (2007–2009)
- Chelsea (2009–2020)
- Senior Career Highlights:
- Chelsea: 26 appearances, 2 goals
- Vitesse (Loan): 30 appearances, 10 goals
- Southampton (Loan): 32 appearances, 6 goals
- Fulham (Loan): 8 appearances, 0 goals
- Everton (Loan): 0 appearances, 0 goals (as of now)
Broja has also made a mark in international football, earning 23 caps and scoring 5 goals for the Albanian national team.
Broja’s Transfer History and Key Achievements
Broja’s career has seen multiple loan spells, with notable performances at Vitesse and Southampton. His transfer history includes:
- Tottenham Hotspur to Chelsea (2009): Free transfer
- Chelsea to Vitesse (Loan, 2020–2021)
- Chelsea to Southampton (Loan, 2021–2022)
- Chelsea to Fulham (Loan, 2023–2024)
- Chelsea to Everton (Loan, 2024–2025): Loan deal with a £30m buy option
His total transfer fees amount to €4.7 million, according to Transfermarkt. Broja’s achievements include being a joint-top scorer in the Eredivisie during the 2020–21 season with Vitesse.
Additional Context and Future Prospects
The loan deal to Everton provides Broja with a platform to showcase his talent in the Premier League. Everton’s option to buy him for £30m will depend on his performance and fitness levels. Chelsea’s decision to cover his salary until he is match-fit reflects their commitment to his development and potential return to Stamford Bridge.
For more insights on Chelsea’s squad shake-up and potential transfers, refer to the following articles:
- Chelsea’s Squad Shake-Up: Potential Exits and Injuries
- Chelsea and Al-Ahli in Race to Sign Victor Osimhen
- Jadon Sancho’s Future at Manchester United: Uncertainty Looms
The loan move to Everton is a crucial step in Armando Broja’s career, and football fans will be keen to see how he performs in the upcoming season.
