Marcus Bettinelli has spoken for the first time since joining Chelsea on a free transfer.

The 29-year-old has made the switch to west London on a free transfer and penned a two-year deal at the club.

What has been said?

Speaking to the official Chelsea website, Bettinelli revealed: "It’s always been a special club. I know the area very well so it’s been a dream of mine to come over to this side and it’s finally happened. There were some talks a few years ago when I was a bit younger and for whatever reason that didn’t come about but I’m here now.

"I’m really excited to be involved and looking forward to trying to impress and help the team as much as I can."

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