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Jorrel Hato has completed his move to Chelsea

Jorrel Hato has claimed that "Chelsea is the best place for me" after completing his move to the Blues despite the likes of Liverpool also being keen on the young defender.

Hato had risen through the ranks at Ajax and had a number of clubs in Europe eyeing his services, but he has chosen to make the move to Stamford Bridge, signing a deal in the capital until 2032.

Levi Colwill and Trevoh Chalobah were Chelsea's two central defenders when they claimed the Club World Cup, but they will now face competition from the 19-year-old, who has set the club back £37million.



But Hato is convinced he's found the best environment for him.

He told the club's website: "I’m very excited, I’m so happy to be here.

Chelsea is the best place for me to do that so I’m very happy."

Talk of a move to Liverpool ramped up after the defender was seen at Anfield during Liverpool's win over Ipswich in January.

Hato's list of suitors was understood to include Liverpool, who have considered adding a new central defender this summer.

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However his weekend visit on Merseyside was due to his relationship with fellow Dutchman Ryan Gravenberch, who invited Hato as a guest to watch the Reds.

The pair have been playing together with the Netherlands, with Hato making his senior debut at the age of 17 and picking up six caps.

Joao Pedro signed from Brighton for £55m and played a key role in the Blues winning the Club World Cup.

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Liam Delap has also joined from Ipswich, leading to questions over the future of Nicolas Jackson.
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