Andrey Santos Shines in Ligue 1 and Eyes Chelsea Return
Nine goals in Ligue 1, ten in all competitions, and a dream of Champions League football—Andrey Santos is making waves at Strasbourg.
The 20-year-old Brazilian midfielder, on loan from Chelsea, has been a standout performer in France, helping Strasbourg push for a top-four finish. With the club currently sixth in Ligue 1 and just four points behind Monaco and Marseille, Santos believes anything is possible.
Chelsea Future? Decision Pending
When asked about a potential return to Stamford Bridge next season, Santos remained diplomatic:
“Am I ready for Chelsea? Yes, but the two clubs and my agent will discuss it at the end of the season. For now, my focus is on Strasbourg. Seven games remain, and our goal is to finish as high as possible. Qualifying for the Champions League would be a fantastic achievement for us and our fans.”
Inspired by Guimarães and Casemiro
Santos revealed his admiration for Newcastle’s Bruno Guimarães, describing him as a player with a similar style:
“I love watching Bruno Guimarães play because we are very similar. But I also admire Casemiro.”
Interestingly, while Guimarães has scored just three goals this season, Santos has already netted ten—an impressive tally for a young midfielder.
Faith, Hard Work, and a Scoring Touch
What’s the secret to his goal-scoring success?
“God and hard work. I am very religious, like Bobby Firmino. Scoring goals makes me happy, and I’m working to score even more.”
Mentorship from Thiago Silva
Santos also spoke about the invaluable influence of Chelsea legend Thiago Silva, who has mentored him since his move from Vasco da Gama in 2023:
“Thiago Silva has been very important for my career. We did pre-season together, and he invited me to his house. I watched how he prepared for games and even learned about his nutrition. In modern football, the details are fundamental.”
What’s Next?
With Chelsea’s midfield already packed with stars like Enzo Fernández, Moisés Caicedo, and Roméo Lavia, will Santos carve out a place for himself next season?
His performances at Strasbourg certainly make a strong case. Stay tuned
for updates on his Chelsea future!
