Tiemoue Bakayoko joins Chelsea from Monaco on a five-year deal

Chelsea have announced the signing of midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko from Monaco.The 22-year-old, who played a leading role in Monaco's run to the Champions League semi-finals last season has signed a five-year contract at Stamford Bridge.The France international has reportedly cost the Blues around £40million.He told the club website: "I am very happy to be here and to join this great team. I have grown up watching Chelsea. Signing was the natural thing for me because it is a club I loved very much in my childhood."

Source: PA