Done deal! Chelsea confirm Tiemoue Bakayoko signing from Monaco

Chelsea have continued to reinforce their team for fierce challenges next season.

The English Premier League champions have completed the signing of defensive midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko from Monaco for a reported £40 million.

The 22-year-old, who has signed a five-year deal, is expected to line up alongside fellow France international N’Golo Kante next season.

Bakayoko is Chelsea’s third signing of the summer, joining goalkeeper Willy Caballero and defender Antonio Rudiger at Stamford Bridge.