Chelsea announce the appointment of Maurizio Sarri as new manager to replace Antonio Conte

 

New Chelsea coach Maurizio Sarri who was unveiled today, has made his first signing by bringing in Jorginho from his former club Napoli in a £57million deal.

The 26-year-old Brazil-born Italy international was unveiled today just after his former manager was confirmed as the coach of the London club. The midfielder has been handed the No. 5 shirt at Stamford Bridge and agreed to a five-year contract that will see him pocket £102,000-a-week till 2023.
In a statement, he said: 'I am absolutely ecstatic to be here at Chelsea. It is not easy to become part of such a big team so I am very, very happy.
'I am excited to play in such an intense league, for a team that gives everything to play and win.'