Willy Caballero joins Chelsea


Chelsea have announced the signing of goalkeeper Willy Caballero.

The 35-year-old Argentinian was available as a free agent after being released by Manchester City at the end of last season.

Premier League champions Chelsea were in the market for a new goalkeeper after selling back-up Asmir Begovic to Bournemouth in May.

Caballero, who joined City in 2014 following stints at Malaga and Elche in Spain and with Boca Juniors in his homeland, said on chelseafc.com: "I am very happy to join Chelsea, the champions of England.

"I am looking forward to meeting the guys and helping the club achieve more success in the coming season."

The South American veteran will provide competition to first-choice Thibaut Courtois at Stamford Bridge, with 34-year-old Portugal international Eduardo also an option for coach Antonio Conte.

Chelsea technical director Michael Emenalo said: "We are very happy to have Willy on board. He knows the Premier League and is tried and tested at the top of the game.

'We have three experienced goalkeepers and we look forward to welcoming him to the club when the squad returns to pre-season training." 

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