Lewi Richards signs new contract

Teenager Lewi Richards has put pen to paper on his first professional contract with Chelsea. 

Richards has been with the Blues since Under-8s level and joined our Under-18s full-time as a scholar at the start of this season. Following his 17th birthday, he has now signed professional terms with the club.

A versatile player, Richards came through our Academy as a midfielder before converting to full-back. He made his first Under-18s appearances as a schoolboy last season and has started every game so far for Hassan Sulaiman’s side in 2025/26, scoring three goals. He made his Under-19s debut in the 6-3 UEFA Youth League win over Ajax.

Congratulations, Lewi!