Chelsea have confirmed that four players will leave the club when their contracts expire at the end of June, marking another step in the club’s squad restructuring ahead of the new season.
The Premier League giants released the information as part of their retained and released list following the conclusion of the 2025/26 campaign.
The announcement affects players who progressed through Chelsea’s renowned academy system but will now continue their careers away from Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea Confirm Academy Exits
Among those leaving is defender Brodi Hughes, who spent more than a decade developing within Chelsea’s youth ranks.
Hughes joined the club as a youngster and advanced through the academy before gaining senior experience on loan in English football.
The club also confirmed the departure of Richard Olise, another academy graduate who spent ten years within Chelsea’s development structure.
Olise earned recognition across various youth levels and was previously included in a first-team squad for European competition.
Rak-Sakyi Moves On After First-Team Appearances
Midfielder Sam Rak-Sakyi is also set to leave Stamford Bridge.
The England youth international progressed through Chelsea’s academy and made appearances for the senior team during European competition.
Rak-Sakyi’s departure ends a long association with the club that began when he joined as a child.
Tauriainen Also Departs
Finnish midfielder Jimi Tauriainen completes the list of outgoing players.
Since arriving at Chelsea in 2020, he has been regarded as one of the promising talents within the academy system.
Although opportunities at senior level remained limited, he was previously involved with the first-team setup during domestic cup competitions.
Full List of Chelsea Players Leaving
Chelsea confirmed the following players will depart upon the expiration of their contracts:
- Brodi Hughes
- Richard Olise
- Sam Rak-Sakyi
- Jimi Tauriainen
Chelsea Continue Squad Planning
The departures form part of Chelsea’s ongoing efforts to shape their squad for future competitions.
The club is expected to continue evaluating both senior and academy players as preparations intensify for the upcoming season.
While some young talents move on in search of regular playing opportunities, Chelsea’s academy remains one of the most productive talent pipelines in English football.
Supporters will now watch closely to see what further changes the club makes during the transfer window as it seeks to strengthen its squad ahead of the new campaign.
