Chelsea have completed and announced the signing of Tiemoue Bakayoko from Monaco, on a five-year deal.
The 22 year old, Bakayoko, who will wear the No.14 shirt, becomes Chelsea’s third signing of the summer, following Willy Caballero and Antonio Rudiger as he joins on a a reported fee of £40 million..
Bakayoko, said;
“I am very happy to be here and to join this great team. I have grown up watching Chelsea. Signing was the natural thing for me because it is a club I loved very much in my childhood.
“I am now looking forward to evolving under this fantastic coach and alongside so many great team-mates.”
Technical director Michael Emenalo added;
“Tiemoue was outstanding as Monaco emerged as one of Europe’s best sides last season and we are delighted to welcome him to Chelsea.
“Despite his young age he already has plenty of experience as a French title winner and having competed in the latter stages of the Champions League, we believe he will add considerable quality to our squad.”
Welcome to Chelsea, @TimoeB08!
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