Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo has confessed that he is enjoying the attention this summer as Chelsea continues to pursue his signing.
The Blues are contemplating an initial approach for Caicedo but will need to persuade Brighton to decrease their asking price. The Ecuador international has been valued at £100 million, with Brighton citing Declan Rice’s impending £105 million move to Arsenal as evidence.
Chelsea are willing to pay a hefty price for Caicedo, but it is uncertain how far they will go, and this is a drama that may easily last all summer.
When asked about his time in the spotlight, Caicedo stated he is having fun while trying to stay grounded.
“It’s a very great emotion,” he told Maria Jose Flores. “What guy wouldn’t want them to be talking about him?
“I know how to handle it. I don’t get carried away by emotions. I’m enjoying time with my family for now. There is pressure, but I am calm. I am waiting for whatever God decides. He will know what is best for me.”
Caicedo also took the opportunity to talk about fellow Independiente del Valle product Kendry Paez, who will join Chelsea in the summer of 2025 when he turns 18.
“Kendry is a star,” Caicedo admitted. “Watching him play is a pleasure.
“It’s good to see those talents in Ecuador. We know that we have good youth. I am very happy for him, for everything he is doing, for how he is working. May he continue on the right path and go far. He has the talent.”