Chelsea’s top-scoring youngster could now make permanent exit today as Championship clubs consider move

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Interest in Chelsea players is coming thick and fast as the January transfer window approaches its final few hours.

Clubs continue to test the waters with late attempts to sign players from the Blues, with the likes of Joao Felix being discussed for a move away.

AC Milan have a real interest in signing the Portugal international, and Felix’s relationship with the Milan manager could be a key factor in his decision.

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Championship clubs keen on signing Chelsea youngster Donnell McNeilly today

Younger players coming through the academy are also being pursued for a transfer. Ipswich Town have completed a deal to sign Somto Boniface today.

Another player who seems to be an intriguing prospect for a number of clubs is Donnell McNeilly, who has just six months left on his deal at Stamford Bridge.

This seems to have sparked a number of lower-league clubs into action, with The Evening Standard reporting there are clubs in the Championship keen on signing the striker.

The 19-year-old is not one of the core of youngsters who has been included in a matchday squad for the Conference League this season.

Despite only recently signing a professional contract with Chelsea, McNeilly has been with the club since he was an Under 12.

Donnel McNeilly’s impressive 24/25 stats

He has gone from strength to strength in his progression through Cobham, and currently sits as the top scoring Blue in Premier League 2, alongside Jimmy-Jay Morgan, who is now on loan at Gillingham.

Chelsea have a number of impressive young strikers coming through the ranks, as well as Marc Guiu who currently sits as the top scorer in the Conference League.

Shim Mheuka has made his first team debut this season in Europe too, and is already being tipped for big things despite just turning 17.