Chelsea agrees transfer deal for US star Christian Pulisic

IANS  |  Berlin 

Chelsea has secured a deal for international that is worth around 64 million euros ($73 million), the announced on Wednesday.

"In summer I move on to Chelsea and to a new competition, the English Premier League," said in a statement shared by Chelsea. "It's a privilege to have signed for such a legendary club and I look forward to working hard towards being a contributor to their team of world-class players," he added.

The rising star has scored 10 goals in 81 appearances for and nine goals in 23 for his national team.

In recent weeks the American has spent more time on the bench given the explosive rise of his English teammate

"We are delighted to have signed one of Europe's most sought-after young players," Chelsea's said of the move. "Christian has shown his quality during a fantastic spell in and at just 20, we believe he has the potential to become an for many years to come," she added.

Chelsea is set to play in a clash later Wednesday.

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First Published: Wed, January 02 2019. 19:36 IST