Lille and Chelsea have signed a deal to transfer key midfielder, Marco Verratti from Ligue 1 side Lille to Chelsea for a reported sum of €35 million.
Marco Verratti has been with Lille since he joined the club in 2016 and made his debut in the UEFA Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain in 2017. He has played regularly for the team ever since and has become one of the most valuable players in the world.
Verratti has scored 49 goals for Lille this season and is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in Europe. The move could be seen as a significant step forward for Lille, who are currently in fourth place in the league table but need to improve their defense to compete at the top of the table.
Chelsea fans will be hoping that Verratti can help them stay competitive in the Premier League next season. However, it remains to be seen whether the move will work out or not. The transfer may also be subject to further negotiations between the two clubs.