Armando Broja makes huge Kane, Ronaldo & R9 claim after outlining Chelsea and Albania dreams

Armando Broja is aiming to become Albania’s own Harry Kane, Cristiano Ronaldo and R9 as he looks to reach the top of world football. 

The 21-year-old is currently amongst the first-team set up at Chelsea after returning from his season-long loan spell at Southampton last season. He scored nine goals in 38 games in all competitions, including six league goals.

Broja has featured six times this season for Chelsea but is yet to start and will be keen to get a run of consistent minutes under Graham Potter, who succeeded Thomas Tuchel in September as head coach.  

He will be vying for a starting role against Crystal Palace as the Blues search for their first win under Potter. 

Prior to the Premier League clash, the Albania international outlined his dreams of emulating the world’s best and leaving a legacy. 

Speaking to The Players’ Tribune, Broja admitted: “I know I’ve got high targets.

"I want to be Albania’s own Harry Kane, Ronaldo or R9.

“I want to get my country to a World Cup.

"And when my career is over, I want my name to live on. For Albania. For my dad.”

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Broja recently penned a new long-term contract until 2028 following transfer speculation in the summer over his future. 

The new owners wanted to show their trust in the club’s youngsters, with Todd Boehly saying: “We are delighted Armando has committed to Chelsea. He is a young and exciting striker and a big part of our plans moving forward.”

Broja is here to stay at Chelsea and will be hoping he can take himself to become one of the world’s best strikers. 

On his contract announcement, he said: “To be able to put on the blue shirt with the first team is a dream come true.

"It's amazing every minute that you get to play on the pitch because this is one of the biggest clubs in the world. 

“There’s always competition and everyone wants to play so I’m just happy that I have the opportunity to be a part of it.

"Hopefully I get to play a lot of matches and be a part of the team’s success.’