Love for Chelsea made me return, says Brazilian defender Luiz
But the 29-year-old centre-back was in danger of losing his place to compatriot Marquinhos this season and, with new Chelsea manager Antonio Conte desperate for defensive reinforcements, the Premier League club have agreed to bring him back to Stamford Bridge for a reported £32 million.
Luiz, who also played a key role as Chelsea won the 2012 FA Cup and 2013 Europa League, originally joined the Blues from Benfica in January 2011. The club now has 37 players out on loan around the world, some are youth players looking to make the next step into professional football whilst others are looking to gain first team football – something the new manager may have been able to provide.
Chelsea left-back Marcos Alonso admits he will have to work very hard at Stamford Bridge to become one of the best left-backs in the game.
“It will be an wonderful opportunity to show to the fans again how I love this club and how I love to play for this club”.
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It will be his third spell in the English Premier League after featuring for Bolton Wanderers and Sunderland.
The 28-year-old winger spent last season on loan with the Turin side. “He will bring a wealth of global and Premier League experience, so we are delighted to be able to welcome a player of his caliber to the club”.
Another England worldwide, midfielder Wilshere, moved on loan to Bournemouth from Arsenal as he looks to get his career back on track after being plagued by injuries in recent seasons.
City’s England goalkeeper Joe Hart moved to Torino, French midfielder Samir Nasri joined Sevilla, Ivorian striker Wilfried Bony left for Stoke City and French defender Eliaquim Mangala departed to Valencia.