Premier League: Chelsea bids farewell to N’Golo Kante after Al-Ittihad transfer confirmed

By India Today Sports Desk: Chelsea have bid farewell to N’Golo Kante after the French midfielder’s transfer to Al-Ittihad was confirmed on Tuesday.

Kante had joined the Blues after profitable the Premier League title with Leicester City in 2016 and went on to win the trophy as soon as once more in his first season at Stamford Bridge.

The 32-year-old has performed a decisive function in Chelsea profitable the Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League, Europa League, UEFA Super Cup, and the FIFA Club World Cup throughout his time in London.

Chelsea’s Co-sporting administrators Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley stated in an announcement on the membership’s web site that the French midfielder’s affect in the course of the time on the membership can’t be overstated and wished him properly on his subsequent chapter in Saudi Arabia.

“N’Golo’s impact and influence during his time at Chelsea cannot be overstated. His tireless performances in midfield contributed to several trophy wins and has guaranteed him a place in the club’s history. We wish him well as he embarks on the next chapter in his career,” learn the assertion.

Al-Ittihad had made the announcement about Kante’s arrival on Tuesday with a video message on Twitter. The midfielder was pictured in package of the Saudi Arabian facet, carrying the No.7 jersey.

“Don’t believe in fake news. Kante is an Ittihad player now,” the membership posted in a video message on Twitter.

According to the British media, the 32-year-old midfielder has reportedly signed a contract value round 86 million kilos ($109.78 million) a 12 months.

Kante’s final season with Chelsea was marred by accidents as he missed 38 matches in all competitions. Chelsea struggled with out the presence of the French midfielder and completed twelfth within the league.

Kante will now linkup with former France teammate Karim Benzema on the membership, after the striker had joined them early on within the month.