Young Zimbabwean sensation Shumaira Mheuka made history on Thursday night, making his senior debut for Chelsea in the Europa Conference League.
The 17-year-old forward was introduced in the 78th minute of the Blues’ 3-1 victory over Astana, replacing Guiu.
Mheuka joined Chelsea’s development squad in 2022 from Brighton and Hove Albion.
Chelsea announced his arrival on their website and social media platforms.
“As @TheSecretScout_ first reported last month, England youth international forward Shumaira Mheuka has completed his move from Brighton to Chelsea.
“Mheuka is an Under-15 for the coming season but, having already played up at Under-18 level for Brighton, will continue on that accelerated trajectory at Chelsea.
“He is not eligible for this season’s FA Youth Cup though,” Chelsea wrote.
Following his impressive performances at Youth level, Mheuka has quickly risen through the ranks finding himself being named in the senior team’s match day squad.
Mheuka, who is nicknamed Shim, was born in England to Zimbabwean parents.
His father is the former Zimbabwe Saints attacking midfielder, Malcolm Mheuka.
