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Chelsea confirm the signing of Aaron Anselmino || X

Chelsea confirm the signing of 2005-born Argentine centre-back

Stephen Oladehinde 17:00 - 08.08.2024

Argentine youngster Aaron Anselmino, a defender for Boca Juniors, has officially joined Premier League side Chelsea.

The Blues continue their spending spree this summer and have brought in a lot of youngsters into the team.

They have added a new signing to the team after completing a deal for Aaron Anselmino for a fee worth £15.6 million. 

The defender made his debut for Boca in June 2023 and has since made ten appearances before his transfer move to Chelsea.

Chelsea announce Anselmino

Chelsea have announced the signing of Aaron Anselmino, making him the latest addition to the team.

According to Chelsea's official account on X, "Chelsea is pleased to announce the signing of defender Aaron Anselmino, who will spend the 2024/25 campaign on loan at Boca Juniors."

The 19-year-old has agreed to a seven-year contract at Stamford Bridge, but as part of the deal, he will spend the 2024–25 season on loan with the Argentine club.

This summer, Chelsea have already spent over £115 million on goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen, and defenders Tosin Adarabioyo and Caleb Wiley. 

Chelsea new signing Aaron Anselmino || Imago
Chelsea new signing Aaron Anselmino || Imago

They have also completed the deal for winger Estevao Willian, forward Marc Guiu, and midfielders Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Renato Veiga, and Omari Kellyman.

The Blues have also recovered from the sales of Ian Maatsen, Lewis Hall, and Omari Hutchinson which has brought in almost £90 million and Conor Gallagher is expected to sign a £33 million contract with Atletico Madrid.

Aaron Anselmino || Imago
Aaron Anselmino || Imago

Chelsea are not done in the transfer market as they close in on a deal for Atletico Madrid forward Samu Omorodion.

Chelsea takes on Premier League winners Manchester City in the opening match of their 2024–25 Premier League season.

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