Chelsea 'closing in' on sixth new signing with 'next Leighton Baines' joining Pochettino

Chelsea are reportedly closing in on the signing of Everton talent Ishe Samuels-Smith to land Mauricio Pochettino his sixth addition of the summer transfer window. The Blues have reportedly courted left-back Samuels-Smith for some time and are finally set to acquire the England youth international. 

Samuels-Smith is one of the most highly-rated stars of Everton’s productive academy, reportedly earning comparisons to Toffees legend Leighton Baines. He featured twice in first-team squads last season and is well liked by head coach Sean Dyche. 

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According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea are closing in on the £4million signing of the 2006-born defender, who has played for England from U15 to U17 level. Figures within Everton reportedly believed he could be the next Baines. 

Nicolas Jackson, Diego Moreira, Kendry Paez and Alex Matos have all joined Chelsea this summer. The quartet will play varying roles, with Jackson potentially leading the forward line for Pochettino’s side if another No 9 is not signed before the end of the transfer window.