Chelsea fans have a lot to look forward to as Mourinho seems to be really keen on signing Brazilian players. Known for their creativity and brilliance on the pitch, the South Americans have always been a joy to watch. The Blues are now building a group which is expected to dominate European football and Brazilian internationals look likely to be at the base of the team, quite probably next to Belgian internationals. After signing Nathan who is one of the most promising U20 internationals out there, Chelsea are, according to the Daily Express, now close to securing Kenedy who is part of the same generation as the newly signed midfielder. Both have gone down the same path and have been established members of Brazil’s youth teams. They will now have the chance to play together in what could be one of the most spectacular attacking lines in a couple of years from now.

Player Profile

Full Name: Robert Kenedy Nunes do Nascimento

Born: Feb 8, 1996, Santa Rita do Sapucaí

Position: Second Striker, Right Winger

Foot: Left

Club Performance: 31 games – 2 goals – 5 assists

International Performance: Brazil U17 – 13 games – 6 goals

Brazil U20 – 7 games – 1 goal

In terms of style Kenedy looks like a combination between Hulk and Willian. He is fast but at the same time very strong. He covers a lot of space and does not look scared to tackle adversaries to get the ball and try scoring. He has a vicious left foot that can send some very powerful shots towards goal but also has a lot of control over his right foot. He dribbles a lot but this is common for young Brazilians who grow up playing in their home country’s domestic competition. Looking at some of his games he might look better suited for Chelsea than Nathan does. Kenedy looks like a player to consider and invest in especially considering he is a great right winger. He might just be the player Mourinho was looking to find in Cuardrado. To make an idea of what Kenedy is all about check out the below video.