Enzo Fernandez is heading to London after becoming the most expensive Premier League signing of all time.
Chelsea confirmed the signing of Enzo Fernandez for a British record £107m fee, after they agreed a deal with Benfica late on deadline day.
The Argentine World Cup winner, who will wear the No 5, has been pictured on a private jet heading to London, where he is expected to be unveiled by Chelsea later today. He was later spotted arriving at Chelsea’s Cobham training ground.
The picture was shared on social media by his agent Uriel Perez who is seen sitting next to him and who also included a picture of the Chelsea badge on the image.
Fernandez has also taken to social media today to thank Benfica fans following his move.
Chelsea’s record signing Enzo Fernandez (left with his agent Uriel Perez) has been pictured on his way to London after completing a staggering £107m fee from Benfica on deadline day
Fernandez (left) took to social media today to thank Benfica fans following his move
He wrote: ‘Much obliged Benfiquistas. We wanted to thank my family for all the love received in these 5 months, I am grateful to God for giving me the opportunity to play for one of the biggest clubs in the world.
‘Where I enjoy every moment to the fullest and always give my best. Let the press not stain what we built together because it was something wonderful that I had never imagined.
‘Thanks to all the collaborators who work too hard to make the institution much bigger than it is.
‘Thanks to my colleagues for always treating me in the best way and making me feel at home. Grateful to the club’s leadership and especially to Roger Schmidt, to all your staff for the trust and daily respect. I was very happy. THANK YOU@slbenficaI will always carry you in my heart.’
Chelsea this morning posted a video on Twitter in which they teased the unveiling of Fernandez sometime later today.
It contained a ticking clock, his name above the Chelsea badge, fans at Stamford Bridge and ended with a picture of the player himself.
The Argentine World Cup winner signed an eight-and-a-half year contract which could see him at the club until 2031.
Chelsea’s pursuit of Fernandez headed into the last minutes of the transfer window as both clubs spent Tuesday locked in talks to try and get the move wrapped up.
Chelsea have effectively confirmed the signing of Enzo Fernandez with a teaser video
Chelsea and Benfica have agreed a £107 million deal for the…