Chelsea have completed the signing of Romeo Lavia from Southampton.
The 19-year-old midfielder joins on a long-term contract after the two clubs agreed a fee of £53million plus £5m in add-ons.
The Athletic reported on Monday that the Belgium international had decided to join Chelsea, despite competition from Liverpool for his signature.
“I’m really happy join Chelsea and be a part of this exciting project,” Lavia said. “It’s an amazing football club with a great history and I’m really excited to get started.
“I can’t wait to meet all my new team-mates and.
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