Chelsea confirm signing of £19m midfielder from Aston Villa
Chelsea have confirmed the signing of teenage midfielder Omari Kellyman from Aston Villa.
The two clubs have already done business this week, with the Blues selling left-back Ian Maatsen to Villa on Friday for a fee of £37.5m.
Moving in the opposite direction is 18-year-old Kellyman, whose £19m move to Stamford Bridge has now been finalised.
„It is fantastic to be standing here as a Chelsea player,“ Kellyman said. „It’s a massive club with an amazing history, so it is great to join.
„It is a dream come true for sure. I’m buzzing to have put on the shirt and can’t wait to get started.“
Kellyman, who made six appearances for Villa’s senior side last season, has inked a six-year contract which also includes the option for a further 12 months.
Reports insist Kellyman has been signed to help out Enzo Maresca’s first team this season. The attacking midfielder is expected to join up with the squad for pre-season before a decision on his short-term future will be made.
Chelsea are set to be busy when it comes to unveiling new youth signings in the coming days. After Kellyman, Barcelona striker Marc Guiu is also closing in on a £5m switch after passing his medical, while Boca Juniors centre-back Aaron Anselmino is nearing a £17m move to Stamford Bridge.
Like Kellyman, Guiu will remain with Chelsea for pre-season, while Anselmino is expected to be loaned to sister side Strasbourg in France.