06.02.2026 16:15
Mathis Eboue, the 16-year-old son of former Galatasaray footballer Emmanuel Eboue, has signed his first professional contract with Chelsea.
Mathis Eboue, the son of Emmanuel Eboue, who once wore the Galatasaray jersey, has taken an important step in his career. The 16-year-old young footballer has signed his first professional contract with Chelsea.
OFFICIAL SIGNING FROM CHELSEA
Chelsea Football Club announced that Mathis Eboue has transitioned from the academy to professionalism after his 17th birthday. The young player, who transferred from Watford to Chelsea's youth team in January 2025, quickly managed to attract attention within the club.
RAPID RISE FROM WATFORD TO CHELSEA
Mathis Eboue showcased his development at an early age by playing for the under-21 team while still just 16 years old during his time at Watford. After his transfer to Chelsea, he stood out with both his on-field performance and professional approach.
U18 AND YOUTH LEAGUE PERFORMANCE
The young attacking midfielder started his first full season at Chelsea with the U18 team. Eboue scored in the 4-2 victory against Crystal Palace away and also made his debut in the UEFA Youth League, participating in the match where they defeated Benfica 5-2.
This season, Mathis Eboue has played 16 matches with the Chelsea U18 team, scoring 3 goals across all competitions, becoming one of the regular names in the team.