Asian stars set for Chelsea trials

The 26-year-old Bunyodkor midfielder Djeparov was recently names Asia’s Player of the Year while 17-year-old Al-Ahli striker Khalil was recently named the Young Player of the Year.

Blues spokesman Simon Greenberg has confirmed the arrangement.

“Subject to getting all the necessary permissions and the players wanting to come, we would be delighted to welcome Server and Ahmed at Cobham,” he said.

“Our agreement with the AFC is proof of our commitment to help develop football in Asia and this invitation can only increase the exposure to the world of the quality in Asian football.”