BREAKING: Chelsea announce sixth summer signing after player pens six-year deal with Chelsea
According to latest reports, Cesare Casadei, a promising young player from Inter Milan, has officially signed with Chelsea.
The 19-year-old, who signed a long-term contract with the Blues that runs through 2028, joins the team as Thomas Tuchel’s sixth summer acquisition.
Following the arrivals of Raheem Sterling, Kalidou Koulibaly, Gabriel Slonina, Carney Chukwuemeka, and Marc Cucurella, Casadei joins Chelsea from Inter Milan.
However, According to reports, Chelsea would initially pay £12.6 million for the Italian midfielder, with a possible £4.2 million add-on.
On his Wednesday flight to England, Casadei voiced his happiness at his impending transfer.
He told media at the airport: “I feel so proud, I’m ready for this new chapter. Chelsea? I’m always ready.”
Now the club has officially confirmed his arrival.
Welcome to Chelsea, Cesare Casadei! 🇮🇹
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 19, 2022