It's all confirmed: Ishe Samuels-Smith has joined Chelsea from Strasbourg Alsace. The defender has penned terms with his new club and completed all registration steps. This deal brings to an end a high-profile pursuit, with Chelsea now adding another piece to their evolving squad structure. Chelsea have now officially completed the signing of Ishe Samuels-Smith, despite lingering interest from Swansea. All steps, from final paperwork to international clearance, have been resolved. The club closed the door on a move that had generated widespread speculation. Across the season 25/26, Chelsea have let in 8 goals in 6 (1.33 per game), about average in the Premier League. Ishe Samuels-Smith would be expected to give them some extra stability and depth for the tougher stretches of the season. Strasbourg Alsace continue to be linked with Benjamin Chilwell, Martial Godo and Rafael Obrador while Chelsea are also rumoured to be tracking Santiago Gimenez, Marc Guiu and Conrad Harder. Want more transfer rumours like this? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for up-to-the-minute transfer news direct to your feed.