DONE DEAL: Chelsea land £115M Caicedo - 'Makelele, Kante my inspiration'

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15 Aug 2023 • 8:12 AM MYT
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Chelsea have completed the signing of Moises Caicedo from Brighton.

The Ecuador midfielder moves to Chelsea for a British record fee of 115m. Caicedo also saw a 111m offer from Liverpool accepted last week, but chose to join the Blues.

"I didn't have to think twice when Chelsea called me, I just knew I wanted to sign for the club," Caicedo said.

"It's a dream come true to be here and I can't wait to get started with the team."

He also said: "(Claude) Makelele and (N'Golo) Kante were an inspiration to me.

"They were so humble on the pitch. I think I can say we share similar qualities, but they were better. But now I am going to give everything for this club because they did so much for me.

"When I was a kid, I supported Chelsea and used to watch the games. Now it is amazing to be here. It is one of the biggest clubs in the world. I can't wait to start with the guys, to give my best and to write my own story."

Caicedo has agreed an eight-year contract at Stamford Bridge and the Blues have an option of a further year.

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