LEICESTER CITY HAVE lost one of their key players ahead of their Premier League title defence, with N’Golo Kante completing his big-money move to Chelsea.
The defensive midfielder signed a five-year deal with the Blues this afternoon after the clubs agreed a fee believed to be in the region of €38 million.
Kante becomes Antonio Conte’s second summer signing following the arrival of Michy Batshuayi from Marseille.
The French international’s departure from Leicester is a blow for Claudio Ranieri with Kante playing a key role in the Foxes’ extraordinary title win last season.
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“I am so happy to have signed for one of the biggest clubs in Europe. It’s a dream come true for me,” the 25-year-old told Chelsea’s website.
“The opportunity to work with Antonio Conte, a brilliant coach, and some of the best players in the world was simply too good to turn down.”
Kante, signed for Leicester last summer from French club Caen for a bargain £5.6 million, was a revelation breaking down attacks during his maiden season in England as Ranieri’s side became shock Premier League champions.
He was named on the six-man shortlist for the PFA Players’ Player of the Year award – won by Foxes team-mate Riyad Mahrez – but his displays also brought him to the attention of Europe’s biggest clubs.
“My first season in English football was very special and now I hope to go on to achieve even more during my time as a Chelsea player,” added Kante.
“I am looking forward to meeting up with my new team-mates and helping the club achieve a lot of success.”
Chelsea’s technical director Michael Emenalo called Kante “a perfect fit in terms of Antonio Conte’s philosophies and the style of football he wants to play.
“For a player of his age he has already built up a wealth of experience and his exceptional quality will without doubt be a great addition to the team.”
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Great piece of business for Chelsea as N'Golo Kante leaves the champions for Stamford Bridge
LEICESTER CITY HAVE lost one of their key players ahead of their Premier League title defence, with N’Golo Kante completing his big-money move to Chelsea.
The defensive midfielder signed a five-year deal with the Blues this afternoon after the clubs agreed a fee believed to be in the region of €38 million.
Kante becomes Antonio Conte’s second summer signing following the arrival of Michy Batshuayi from Marseille.
The French international’s departure from Leicester is a blow for Claudio Ranieri with Kante playing a key role in the Foxes’ extraordinary title win last season.
“I am so happy to have signed for one of the biggest clubs in Europe. It’s a dream come true for me,” the 25-year-old told Chelsea’s website.
“The opportunity to work with Antonio Conte, a brilliant coach, and some of the best players in the world was simply too good to turn down.”
Kante, signed for Leicester last summer from French club Caen for a bargain £5.6 million, was a revelation breaking down attacks during his maiden season in England as Ranieri’s side became shock Premier League champions.
He was named on the six-man shortlist for the PFA Players’ Player of the Year award – won by Foxes team-mate Riyad Mahrez – but his displays also brought him to the attention of Europe’s biggest clubs.
“My first season in English football was very special and now I hope to go on to achieve even more during my time as a Chelsea player,” added Kante.
Chelsea’s technical director Michael Emenalo called Kante “a perfect fit in terms of Antonio Conte’s philosophies and the style of football he wants to play.
“For a player of his age he has already built up a wealth of experience and his exceptional quality will without doubt be a great addition to the team.”
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