Begovic completes Chelsea switch

 

Asmir Begovic has completed his move to Chelsea, Stoke City and the Blues have confirmed. 

 

Chelsea had been strongly linked with a move for the Bosnian goalkeeper and on Monday, he secured his switch to Stamford Bridge. 

 

The Blues needed a backup for Thibaut Courtois after Petr Cech moved to Arsenal and while Rob Green was mooted with a move to Chelsea, Begovic becomes the champion's second signing of the summer following Falcao's loan move to the club. 

 

Begovic completes Chelsea switch

 

"I am very happy to be joining Chelsea FC," the 28-year-old told Chelsea's official website. 

 

"After speaking at length to the manager, I feel like I can develop here and be an important part of this team. I am looking forward to meeting up with the team on Wednesday for the pre-season tour." 

 

Begovic joins Chelsea on a four-year deal for a fee of around £8m.

 

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