In a recent City A.M. article, author Frank Dalleres highlights Chelsea as the top talent-producing club in the Premier League, with academy graduates clocking more minutes than any other club during the 2023–24 season. Despite investing more than £1 billion in transfers under new ownership, the club’s Cobham academy continues to produce elite-level players who contribute across the league.

The article spotlights current Chelsea stars like Reece James and Levi Colwill, as well as former academy-developed players such as Marc Guehi and Tino Livramento, who are thriving elsewhere in the Premier League. Stephen Smith, CEO of Kitman Labs, emphasizes the importance of a structured talent development pipeline, describing it as a “sustainable model” that supports both player progression and long-term club strategy.

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