Chelsea have won the race for one of English football’s brightest young talents, Bristol City midfielder Jacob Maddox.
The 14-year-old, has already appeared several times for the Robins’ Under 18 side, and it was hoped that he may continue his development at Ashton Gate.
The Blues were just one of a number of top flight clubs monitoring the situation with Maddox.
Snapping up: Returning Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has snapped up 14-year-old Jacob Maddox
The player has agreed a four-year deal at Stamford Bridge, with Bristol City due a compensation fee for his services.
Meanwhile, the relegated League One side are snapping up Derby keeper Frank Fielding.
The 25-year-old was a surprise inclusion in an England squad under Fabio Capello in August 2010 but has lost his place at Pride Park following the arrival of Lee Grant, who signed from Burnley.
The 14-year-old, has already appeared several times for the Robins’ Under 18 side, and it was hoped that he may continue his development at Ashton Gate.
The Blues were just one of a number of top flight clubs monitoring the situation with Maddox.
Snapping up: Returning Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has snapped up 14-year-old Jacob Maddox
The player has agreed a four-year deal at Stamford Bridge, with Bristol City due a compensation fee for his services.
Meanwhile, the relegated League One side are snapping up Derby keeper Frank Fielding.
The 25-year-old was a surprise inclusion in an England squad under Fabio Capello in August 2010 but has lost his place at Pride Park following the arrival of Lee Grant, who signed from Burnley.
