By Boluwatife Kehinde
Alejandro Garnacho completed a sensational move to Chelsea, signing a seven-year deal that will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2032.
The 21-year-old winger arrived at Chelsea’s training ground on Friday after the Blues agreed a £40 million ($54m) fee with Manchester United.
The two Premier League rivals finalised the agreement on Thursday.
Garnacho expressed his delight at the transfer, citing Chelsea’s recent FIFA Club World Cup triumph as a major motivation.
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“It’s an incredible moment for my family and me to join this great club. I can’t wait to get started. I watched the Club World Cup, and to join the world champions is special – we’re the best team in the world! It’s amazing to be here and I’m very happy,” he said.
Last season, Garnacho featured regularly for United, making 58 appearances across all competitions.
He scored 11 goals and registered 10 assists, taking his overall tally for the Red Devils to 48 goal involvements in 144 matches.
