Chelsea considers loan move for midfielder Dario Essugo

Chelsea is prepared to loan out midfielder Dario Essugo as the 21-year-old seeks regular playing time following an injury-disrupted season. The Portuguese Under-21 international, who suffered a quadriceps injury requiring surgery, faces significant competition for minutes under manager Xabi Alonso.

Hull City has emerged as a primary contender for the midfielder, offering the opportunity to remain in the Premier League. Meanwhile, RC Strasbourg remains another potential destination. However, Strasbourg's ability to take Essugo may be limited by their current loan capacity and interest in other players, such as Mykhailo Mudryk.

Chelsea intends for the move to be a season-long loan without an option for a permanent transfer, as the club maintains long-term faith in the player, whose contract runs until 2033.