This is a deal most Arsenal fans would liked to have not seen gone through.
English Premier League side Chelsea have completed the signing of former Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas on a five-year deal. The midfielder was subject to loads of speculation over a Stamford Bridge move but only now has become official, joining the London side on a reported £30m fee.
The Spanish midfielder signs for Chelsea from La Liga giants Barcelona after the 27-year-old experienced a tough time where he had become the scapegoat for the Catalan side's disappointing season.
This also comes after Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger, opted against signing back their former captain after the Frenchman informerd Barcelona he would not be activating the buy-back clause that was placed in Cesc's contract during his move from London to Spain.
OFFICIAL: Cesc Fabregas signs for Chelsea
Chelsea Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Cesc Fabregas from Barcelona: http://t.co/HisZOFO45O pic.twitter.com/TEGC0E6dhs
— Chelsea FC (@chelseafc) June 12, 2014
Out of the Blue BREAKING: Chelsea complete signing of Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fàbregas. http://t.co/WMhxQCX1mE pic.twitter.com/wWusZvjL0E
— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) June 12, 2014
Cesc Fabregas signs for Chelsea in a £30m deal http://t.co/V8KJptLwdB pic.twitter.com/8y5sj2N5zZ
— MailOnline Sport (@MailSport) June 12, 2014
"Firstly I would like to thank everyone at FC Barcelona where I enjoyed three wonderful years,” said the newly-attained Chelsea midfielder whilst speaking to the club's official website.
The Spanish midfielder has been handed his preferred number 4 shirt
“It was my childhood club and I will always be proud and honored that I had a chance to play for such a great team. I do feel that I have unfinished business in the Premier League and now is the right time to return."
"I considered all the other offers very carefully and I firmly believe that Chelsea is the best choice."
"I have unfinished business in the Premier League," claims Cesc
"I have unfinished business in the Premier League," said Fàbregas after joining @chelseafc: http://t.co/swQH2Tdyj6 pic.twitter.com/x5QkokioeL
— Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) June 12, 2014
I firmly believe that Chelsea is the best choice. They match my footballing ambitions with their hunger and desire to win trophies...
— Cesc Fàbregas Soler (@cesc4official) June 12, 2014
"They match my footballing ambitions with their hunger and desire to win trophies. They have an amazing squad of players and an incredible manager. I am fully committed to this team and I can't wait to start playing."
