Jose Mourinho has had 88 players playing for him with Chelsea, and this Monday at West Bromwich, Isaiah Brown will get to play his first game under the wing of the Special One. It could not have come at a more significant time for the 18-year-old player who started his development with the Baggies' academy.
When he was 16 years old and 117 days, he became the second-youngest player to debut in the English Premier League. In 2013, Chelsea decided that he was the future of their team and signed him. The move was controversial due to a nominal compensation issue. Now that is behind him and the debut with Chelsea is near.
Izzy Brown only played with West Brom during one season with the senior team
Brown was fundamental in Chelsea's youth team winning the UEFA Youth League. The talented striker was named the captain of the team and his leadership skills paid off by helping the team win the championship. He showed the maturity and ability that his West Brom mentors had spoken off years earlier.
West Brom tried everything they could back then to convince the young stud to stay with them. Their efforts did not work as the London club was able to get their hands on him by the end of his debut season. Mourinho knows it will definitely be a special day for the fearless young striker.
'Izzy Brown comes from West Bromwich,' Mourinho said. 'So it will be special for the kid to play at his house.'
Isaiah has been showcasing his talent with Chelsea's youth teams
It is set to be an emotional day for Izzy who left earlier than his former club expected. Will he be able to hold back his emotions during the game and most importantly in case he scores? Chelsea has already clinched their title and their final celebration awaits when they host Sunderland on May 24.
