Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Noni Madueke from Dutch giants PSV Eindhoven on a seven-and-a-half year contract with the option of an extra year
The 20-year-old Anglo-Nigerian moves to Stamford for a fee reported to be worth £29 million having played 80 times for PSV, netting 20 goals and providing 14 assists.
Madueke – who began his career at Crystal Palace Tottenham Hotspur at youth level before moving to PSV – is excited about what the future holds for him at Stamford Bridge.
He is the second high profile player in the Ruud van Nistelrooy-led team to leave Philips Stadion this January transfer window following the departure of Togolese-Ghanaian descent Cody Gakpo to Liverpool
“I’m really pleased to sign with one of the best clubs in the world in Chelsea,” Madueke said on the club website.
“To return to England and play in the Premier League is a dream for me and my family and I can’t wait to get started. I am excited for what the future holds, the owner’s vision for the future and to be at a club like this and winning at the highest level.”
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Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly meanwhile believes Madueke will play an important part in the team.
“We’re delighted to bring Noni to Chelsea. He’s an exciting talent who has proven his quality over the past few years with PSV, playing in a strong European league, and we are thrilled he has chosen to join Chelsea for this next stage of his career. We are sure he will form an important part of our team,” the American billionaire said.
Madueke’s signing continues the aggressive transfer approach under Boehly who has now signed 18 players since he took over from Roman Abramovich’s ownership last year, including six during this January transfer window that is worth a reported £190 million.
