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USMNT captain Tyler Adams close to Chelsea move

DOHA, QATAR - NOVEMBER 29: Tyler Adams #4 of the United States advances the ball during a FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group B match between IR Iran and USMNT at Al Thumama Stadium on November 29, 2022 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Brad Smith/ISI Photos/Getty Images)

Just when USMNT supporters thought they were done with Chelsea, they pull us right back in.

Chelsea is close to acquiring USMNT captain and midfielder Tyler Adams from Championship side Leeds United. Chelsea has activated a $25M release clause in the American’s contract that became active following the club’s relegation from the Premier League.