Chelsea have announced the signing of Belgian midfielder Romeo Lavia from Southampton.
Romeo Lavia in Chelsea shirt in his presentation session as a player for the Blues - Source: Chelsea on Twitter
Chelsea published a statement on their official website on Friday confirming their contract with 19-year-old Lavia on a 7-year contract.
The value of Chelsea’s contract with Romeo Lavia
Chelsea have not disclosed the financial details of the deal, but the BBC reported that it was worth £58 million.
First words from Romeo! 💬 pic.twitter.com/bH1UjVtimb
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 18, 2023
Lavia told Chelsea: “I’m really happy to join Chelsea and be part of this interesting project, it’s a great club with a great history.”
Chelsea snatch a second deal from Liverpool in this summer’s Mercato, having previously signed Moises Caicedo from Brighton.
Lavia history before moving to Chelsea
Lavia grew up in Manchester City’s academy and moved to Southampton in the summer of 2022 for €13.5m.
The young midfielder made 35 appearances for Southampton in various competitions last season, scoring one goal and assisting another.
