Dream come true! Chelsea officially confirm high-profile La Liga defender transfer

Pep Chavarría takes a major leap forward in his professional career.

Details: London’s Chelsea have officially announced the signing of 28-year-old Spanish left-back Pep Chavarría from Rayo Vallecano. The player has signed a long-term contract with the Blues, committing for five years.

The transfer fee amounted to €19 million, with the potential to rise further through bonuses and additional payments.

The new Chelsea recruit did not hide his emotions after sealing the deal:

“This is truly a dream for me because Chelsea is one of the biggest clubs in the world. It’s an incredible opportunity and I am ready to work hard to help the team achieve new successes. I spoke with Xabi. I am here precisely because of Xabi. For me, he is one of the best coaches in modern football.”

It’s worth noting that in the 2025/26 season, the Spanish defender played 44 matches for Rayo Vallecano across all competitions and helped his team reach the Conference League final. According to Transfermarkt, the defender’s market value is €10 million.

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