Chelsea have completed the signing of Aston Villa attacking midfielder Omari Kellyman in a £19 million deal, confirmed by Fabrizio Romano on Facebook.
Kellyman’s contract with Chelsea runs until 2030 with an option for an additional season. He is set to join the first team under Enzo Maresca for the upcoming season.
The promising England U-20 talent gained valuable experience, featuring prominently in twelve Premier League 2 matches and scoring 7 goals. He also made 3 appearances for Aston Villa’s senior squad across Premier League and EFL Cup competitions.
This move presents Kellyman with a significant opportunity to further his development in a highly competitive environment, potentially establishing himself as a key player at a top Premier League club.
Additionally, in a separate agreement, Ian Maatsen will be moving to Villa Park as part of the transfer deal between Chelsea and Aston Villa.
