Chelsea CWC Squad: Delap, Sterling & Félix Updates
- Chelsea has announced it's 28-man squad for the Club World Cup, featuring new acquisitions Liam Delap, Mamadou Sarr, and Dário Essugo.
- Notably absent from the Chelsea Club World Cup squad are Raheem Sterling, João Félix, and Axel Disasi.
- Delap's inclusion means he will forgo participation in the U21 European Championship with England.
Chelsea has revealed its squad for the Club World Cup, and it’s packed with surprises! New acquisitions liam Delap, Mamadou Sarr, and Dário Essugo are in, but Raheem Sterling, João Félix, and Axel Disasi are notably absent. This major shakeup sees Delap foregoing the U21 European Championship to join the Blues, after arriving from Ipswich Town. The team will face Club León of Mexico in Atlanta on June 16 for their opening match. Ben Chilwell is also missing, with Christopher Nkunku included. News Directory 3 is keeping a close eye on the latest developments. Will these changes propel Chelsea to victory? Discover what’s next in the tournament with us.
Chelsea Names Club world Cup squad: Delap, Sarr, Essugo Included
Updated June 11, 2025
Chelsea has announced it’s 28-man squad for the Club World Cup, featuring new acquisitions Liam Delap, Mamadou Sarr, and Dário Essugo. The team is preparing to face Club León of Mexico in atlanta on June 16 for their opening match.
Notably absent from the Chelsea Club World Cup squad are Raheem Sterling, João Félix, and Axel Disasi. Ben Chilwell was also omitted, while Christopher Nkunku was included despite questions surrounding his future with the club.
Delap’s inclusion means he will forgo participation in the U21 European Championship with England. He officially joined Chelsea from Ipswich Town on June 4.
Sterling spent last season on loan with Arsenal after Chelsea deemed him surplus to requirements. Félix, who permanently transferred from Atlético Madrid in 2024, was loaned to AC Milan during the January transfer window. Disasi spent the second half of the season on loan at Aston Villa, having made 37 appearances for Chelsea since 2023.
In other news, Jadon Sancho has returned to Manchester united after Chelsea chose not to exercise the option to make his loan deal permanent. Sancho confirmed his departure from Chelsea via social media last week.
Chelsea’s Club World Cup squad:
Goalkeepers: Robert Sánchez, Filip Jorgensen, Mike Penders, Gabriel Slonina
Defenders: Marc Cucurella, Tosin Adarabioyo, benoît Badiashile, Levi Colwill, Mamadou Sarr, Trevoh Chalobah, Reece james, Malo Gusto, Aaron anselmino, josh acheampong
Midfielders: Moisés Caicedo, Andrey Santos, Romeo Lavia, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Dário Essugo, Enzo Fernández
Forwards: Pedro Neto, Liam Delap, Cole palmer, Noni Madueke, Nicolas Jackson, Christopher Nkunku, Tyrique George, Marc Guiu
What’s next
Chelsea continues preparations for the Club World Cup, aiming to integrate new signings and refine their strategy for the upcoming tournament in the United States.