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Valentin Barco, 22, has completed his move to Chelsea from Strasbourg, becoming the fifth summer signing. The Argentina international has signed a seven-year contract with the Blues. He can play at left-back or in midfield, and his preferred position is being assessed by the mana

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Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Argentina international Valentín Barco from sister club Strasbourg. The 22-year-old left-back, who can also play in midfield, joins on a seven-year deal. He previously played for Brighton before moving to France.

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Chelsea have officially confirmed the signing of versatile midfielder Valentin Barco. The 22-year-old becomes the latest arrival at Stamford Bridge this summer. Barco was part of the Argentina squad that finished runners-up at the World Cup 2026.

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Chelsea have completed the signing of 21-year-old Strasbourg midfielder Valentin Barco on a seven-year deal. He becomes Chelsea's sixth summer signing and will join their pre-season tour. The fee for the Argentine player was not disclosed by the club.

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Chelsea have officially signed Argentina international Valentin Barco from sister club Strasbourg on a seven-year deal. The 22-year-old versatile Midfielder/Defender, who previously played for Brighton, is the seventh arrival under new manager Xabi Alonso. He is expected to join

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Chelsea have officially announced the signing of Argentina international Valentin Barco from Strasbourg. The 22-year-old midfielder has penned a seven-year contract at Stamford Bridge until the summer of 2033 for an undisclosed fee.

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Valentin Barco, Chelsea's latest acquisition, is set to begin his career with the club. He is expected to receive a hostile welcome from Premier League fans due to his behavior in a semi-final match.

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Chelsea have signed Argentina international Barco.

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Argentina international Valentin Barco is expected to join Chelsea from Strasbourg. A £34m deal was agreed in May, and the 22-year-old midfielder's arrival at Stamford Bridge is imminent.

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Valentin Barco has signed all documents to join Chelsea from Strasbourg, with the agreement in place since May. The Argentinian player is expected to be announced as a new Chelsea player soon, with the deal 100% confirmed.

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Argentina international Valentin Barco is expected to become a Chelsea player this summer. Chelsea agreed a €40 million (£34m) deal with Strasbourg for the midfielder in May. The Blues are now reportedly on the verge of announcing his signing.