Saul Niguez has made 338 appearances for Atletico Madrid scoring 43 targets
Chelsea have signed Atletico Madrid and Spain midfielder Saul Niguez on mortgage with an possibility to purchase.
The 26-year-old was a key participant as Atletico gained La Liga final time period, making 33 appearances.
Chelsea doubted they may signal Saul, however managed to strike a deal, paying a mortgage payment with an choice to make the transfer everlasting.
Sevilla earlier confirmed that they’d rejected Chelsea’s “unsatisfactory” supply for France defender Jules Kounde.
“I’m very excited to begin this new problem with Chelsea,” stated Saul, who was beforehand linked to Manchester United.
“Blues followers, I’m one among you now and I am unable to wait to put on the shirt, begin coaching and see all of you. See you quickly!”
Saul has performed 447 matches for Atletico and scored 53 targets.
Former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin added on BBC Radio 5 Dwell: “It is a type of odd ones as a result of Chelsea are loaded with gamers in each single place, but Saul Niguez is a high quality participant – however you simply suppose: ‘The place?’
“I do not get it. I’m fairly shocked by that one.”
Sevilla stood agency over the payment required for Kounde, insisting he wouldn’t be allowed to affix the Blues for lower than his 80m euros launch clause.
Sevilla sporting director Monchi stated in a press convention a bid had been rejected for the 22-year-old.
The Blues have been closely linked with Kounde this summer time and had been hopeful a deal may very well be reached following Kurt Zouma’s transfer to West Ham.
In the meantime, Chelsea defender Ethan Ampadu, 20, has gone on a season-long mortgage to Serie A facet Venezia.
The Wales worldwide has additionally signed a brand new take care of the Blues, committing him to staying at Stamford Bridge till 2024.
