Chelsea announced the signing of 19-year-old Ajax defender Jorrel Hato penning the Dutchman to a seven-year contract through 2032 in a deal worth €44.18 million (£38.5 million, $51.2 million)

Chelsea have signed Dutch defender Jorrel Hato from Ajax Amsterdam for 44.18 million euros ($51.18 million), both clubs said on Sunday.

New signing Jorrel Hato says he "will be a good fit" for Chelsea's style of play after his £37m move from Ajax was confirmed. The 19-year-old has finalised a seven-year contract with the Blues after a medical in London over the weekend, becoming the club's eight summer addition.