I was 14 and had the opportunity to go to Brighton. There were a couple of teams interested in Spain, but I had always liked the Premier League' Robert Sanchez on the path which led him to becoming Chelsea centurion

"I was 14, turning 15, and had the opportunity to go to Brighton, just to try the place, and for them to see me in person. I impressed them, and they loved me. I enjoyed everything and just made the decision."

"After three years, I'd trained plenty of times with the first team and felt like a first-team player, even though I wasn't really at the time. I felt comfortable at Brighton. It felt like home."

Robert Sanchez moved from Spain to Brighton at 15, beginning his football career. He progressed through the EFL with loan spells at Forest Green Rovers and Rochdale. Initially hesitant about loans, he eventually embraced them, feeling prepared for first-team football after training with Brighton's senior squad. Sanchez's experiences shaped his development, leading to his eventual signing with Chelsea in 2023. His journey reflects the challenges and triumphs faced by young players in professional football.

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