Chelsea captain and Spanish full-back, Cesar Azpilicueta has left the club as a free agent; the legendary full-back has signed a two-year-deal with LaLiga giants Atletico Madrid.
The Spaniard made over 500 appearances for the Blues over an 11-year period, winning nine trophies.
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He defender made 508 appearances, won nine trophies, and played under nine different permanent managers during his time at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea chairman, Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali, co-controlling owner, said:
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Cesar leaves an everlasting mark at Chelsea, as a warrior, as a champion, and as loyal Chelsea legend.
He has set the standards at the club for more than a decade and demonstrated to everyone what is required day in, day out to achieve success.
Chelsea’s official statement read:
Congratulations and good luck, Cesar. We’ll be forever grateful.”
Always a Blue. 🔵
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