Chelsea sign Valentín Barco from Strasbourg on seven-year deal

Chelsea bolster their squad with Argentina international Valentín Barco, the seventh arrival under Xabi Alonso.

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What happened. Chelsea have completed the signing of Argentina international Valentín Barco from sister club Strasbourg on a seven-year contract.

• Barco is 22 years old and can also play in midfield.
• He previously played for Brighton, making six Premier League appearances.
• He becomes the seventh arrival of Xabi Alonso's reign.

Barco joins Chelsea as part of a busy transfer window under new manager Xabi Alonso.

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