After weeks of speculation, Chelsea announced on Wednesday the appointment of André Villas-Boas as their new manager.
Villas-Boas' contract with the FC Porto was terminated on Tuesday after they received payment of £13.2 million to trigger his release clause from the Portuguese champions.
A statement on Chelsea's official website said: "André was the outstanding candidate for the job.
"He is one of the most talented young managers in football today and has already achieved much in a relatively short space of time.
"His ambition, drive and determination matches that of Chelsea and we are confident André's leadership of the team will result in greater successes in major domestic and European competitions.
"André will bring his coaching experience back to a club he is already very familiar with, having previously worked here for three years.
"He has always been highly regarded at Chelsea and everyone here looks forward to welcoming him back and working with him."
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Villas-Boas' contract with the FC Porto was terminated on Tuesday after they received payment of £13.2 million to trigger his release clause from the Portuguese champions.
The 33-year-old, who is often compared to fellow countryman and former Blues manager José Mourinho, has now signed a three-year contract and will start his new position immediately.
A statement on Chelsea's official website said: "André was the outstanding candidate for the job.
"He is one of the most talented young managers in football today and has already achieved much in a relatively short space of time.
"His ambition, drive and determination matches that of Chelsea and we are confident André's leadership of the team will result in greater successes in major domestic and European competitions.
"André will bring his coaching experience back to a club he is already very familiar with, having previously worked here for three years.
"He has always been highly regarded at Chelsea and everyone here looks forward to welcoming him back and working with him."
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