Wednesday have today confirmed that youngster Yisa Alao has signed for Premier League Chelsea for an undisclosed fee.

Yisa, 17, joined the Owls at under-seven level and has developed through the age groups at S6 before making his senior debut in our Carabao Cup tie at Bolton in August.

He followed this with his Championship debut against Portsmouth at Hillsborough earlier this month.

The transfer includes a substantial upfront payment, along with further protections to ensure the club benefits should Yisa go on to fulfil the potential he has shown.

These include performance-related payments and a significant sell-on arrangement.

The administrators said on the club website: ‘Yisa’s journey is a proud moment for everyone involved in the SWFC Academy – from coaches and staff to the families who support young players every day.

‘His progress highlights the strength of the pathway at Sheffield Wednesday and its ability to help young players reach the highest levels of the game.

‘As administrators, our responsibility is to act in the best long-term interests of Sheffield Wednesday and its creditors. This transfer balances immediate value for the club with protection for the future, should Yisa’s career develop as we all hope.

‘We would like to thank Yisa for his commitment and professionalism during his time at Hillsborough, and wish him every success in the next chapter of his career’.