Chelsea have confirmed the signing of teenage midfielder Omari Kellyman from Aston Villa.
The 2 golf equipment have already accomplished enterprise this week, with the Blues promoting left-back Ian Maatsen to Villa on Friday for a price of £37.5m.
Shifting in the wrong way is 18-year-old Kellyman, whose £19m transfer to Stamford Bridge has now been finalised.
“It’s incredible to be standing right here as a Chelsea participant,” Kellyman stated. “It is a huge membership with a tremendous historical past, so it’s nice to hitch.
“It’s a dream come true for positive. I am buzzing to have placed on the shirt and may’t wait to get began.”
Kellyman, who made six appearances for Villa’s senior facet final season, has inked a six-year contract which additionally contains the choice for an additional 12 months.
Reviews insist Kellyman has been signed to assist out Enzo Maresca’s first workforce this season. The attacking midfielder is anticipated to hitch up with the squad for pre-season earlier than a call on his short-term future might be made.
Chelsea are set to be busy with regards to unveiling new youth signings within the coming days. After Kellyman, Barcelona striker Marc Guiu can be closing in on a £5m change after passing his medical, whereas Boca Juniors centre-back Aaron Anselmino is nearing a £17m transfer to Stamford Bridge.
Like Kellyman, Guiu will stay with Chelsea for pre-season, whereas Anselmino is anticipated to be loaned to sister facet Strasbourg in France.
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