Man City confirm signing of Mateo Kovacic from Chelsea
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of midfielder Mateo Kovacic from Chelsea. Kovacic had just one year remaining on his contract at Stamford Bridge and was free to leave this summer, with City taking advantage and securing a deal which will cost the treble winners an initial £25m, with a further £5m in add-ons. The 29-year-old has signed a four-year contract at the Etihad and becomes City's first signing of the summer. "This is a brilliant move for me, and I cannot wait to get started with City," said Kovacic, who will wear the number 8 shirt in Manchester. "Anyone who has watched this team under Pep knows how good they are – for me, they are the best in the world. The trophies they have won are clear for all to see, but they are also the best Football ing side out there. To be joining this squad really is a dream for any Football er. "I still have plenty of learning and developing to do, and I know under Pep’s management I can become a better player, ...