Chelsea agrees to pay £28m for Lille's key midfielder Valon Behrami

Valon Behrami has joined Chelsea from Lille in a deal worth £28 million, with the Swiss international set to join up with Frank Lampard at Stamford Bridge. The move is a significant coup for the Blues, who have been in the market for a midfield powerhouse and have now got one.

The arrival of Behrami will provide a much-needed boost to Chelsea's midfield depth, as they look to compete with Manchester City and Liverpool for the Premier League title. The 26-year-old is a highly rated player, having made over 150 appearances for Lille, scoring 14 goals and providing 29 assists in all competitions.

Behrami is known for his excellent passing ability, as well as his ability to create chances for his teammates. He is also a strong tackler, which should give Chelsea added defensive stability in the middle of the park.

However, it remains to be seen whether Behrami can adapt to life in England, where the pace and intensity of play are different from what he is used to. But if he can handle the physicality and work rate required, he could prove to be a valuable addition to Chelsea's squad.

Overall, the signing of Behrami is a major boost for Chelsea, and one that could help them challenge for the Premier League title this season. It will be interesting to see how he adapts to English football and how quickly he can contribute to the team's success.