Chelsea release OFFICIAL statement after world class star seals mega money move

Edouard Mendy’s Chelsea departure has now been officially announced.

The Senegalese goalkeeper has left after three seasons at the Blues for Saudi Arabian side Al Ahli.

Mendy proved to be an unstoppable forces in goal in his first season at Chelsea.

However, appearances in the most recent campaign dipped as Kepa Arrizabalaga emerged as the preferred choice.

Edou Mendy has left Chelsea and joined Al-Ahli FC. ✍️

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) June 28, 2023

In a statement on Chelsea’s website, the Premier League club said the goalkeeper was a “hugely likeable character”.

“Having started his career in the lower tiers of French football – and even spending several months without a club – Mendy rose to the pinnacle of European football with Chelsea,” said the club.

“A hugely likeable character on and off the pitch, he will always have a place in our history for his significant contributions to our 2021 Champions League triumph.

“For that, and for everything else, we are grateful. Good luck, Edou!”

Former Blues teammate Koulibaly and former Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves both recently signed for Al-Hilal, while Kante has agreed to sign for Saudi league champions Al-Ittihad, alongside former Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema.

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All the players that Chelsea are letting leave this transfer window are for one reason – they need to balance the books after going crazy and splashing all that cash over the past few windows.

Mendy has been plagued by injuries – but he still a class stopper and a man that the club should not have allowed to leave.

But he has gone now and the Blues fans will be wondering who will replace the big man – will someone be signed – is Kepa going to be the number one.

In terms of Mendy – this is a nice big move for the player to make – he will be making some serious money

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