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Chelsea have officially announced the signing of Atalanta defender Onest Ahanor for £40 million. He will join the Blues in summer 2027 but will play on loan at Crystal Palace this season.

Chelsea have officially confirmed the signing of 18-year-old defender Onest Ahanor from Atalanta. The transfer fee stands at a significant £40 million.

The highly rated young talent will join the Blues in June 2027, as part of a long-term project aimed at bolstering their defensive ranks.

For the interim, Ahanor will spend the current season on loan at Crystal Palace, making his way to the Eagles directly from Atalanta.