Wesley Fofana and Chelsea finally got their wish Wednesday after Leicester City sanctioned the center-back’s sale.

The 21-year-old has signed a seven-year contract at Stamford Bridge after Chelsea agreed to pay £70 million plus add-ons for him, according to BBC Sport.

French outlet L’Equipe reports Fofana will be the most expensive defender of all time if he achieves those add-ons. Harry Maguire holds the current record for a defender: an £80-million fee when he joined Manchester United from Leicester in 2019.

Fofana’s arrival takes the Blues’ summer spending to well over £250 million, including bonuses tied to some deals, as new co-owner Todd Boehly and head coach Thomas Tuchel try to usher in a new era.

“I trained this morning with the team, and it’s a dream for me. I’m very excited to start playing games for the fans and the club,” Fofana said.

“I’m here to win trophies – the Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup, everything. I came here to win, and the club is built to win trophies. So I’m here to continue that.”

Chelsea will need a marked improvement on their recent performances to fulfill Fofana’s dreams of silverware. The Blues’ recent 2-1 victory over a Fofana-less Leicester followed a loss to Leeds United and preceded a defeat against Southampton. Tuchel’s side is eighth in the Premier League table after five matches.

Fofana moved to Leicester from Saint-Etienne for around £32 million in 2020. He was an instant hit in the East Midlands through his mature performances in defense and was named the club’s Young Player of the Season. He only made seven Premier League appearances last term after breaking his leg in a preseason friendly.

Chelsea have also added Marc Cucurella and Kalidou Koulibaly to their backline this summer.

Manchester United reached an agreement with Ajax for the transfer of Antony on Tuesday, subject to the winger passing a medical and finalizing personal terms for his move to Old Trafford.

Ajax will receive €95 million up front, with the overall fee potentially rising to €100 million after add-ons.

Antony is now the second most expensive signing in Manchester United’s history. He ranks fourth in the Premier League’s list of priciest incoming deals, below Jack Grealish to Manchester City in 2021, Romelu Lukaku to Chelsea in 2021, and Paul Pogba to United in 2016.

The 22-year-old scored 18 goals and assisted 14 times over 57 Eredivisie appearances after agreeing to join Ajax from Sao Paulo in February 2020. He scored on his debut in September of that year and quickly developed a reputation as an entertainer through his catalog of tricks and skills.

Antony was dismayed when Ajax reportedly turned down United’s offers worth €80 million and €90 million this summer, saying his representatives had informed the Amsterdam outfit in February of his “desire to leave the club” to pursue his “dreams” abroad.

Now, the Brazilian star has his wish. He’ll add to Erik ten Hag’s wide attacking options, areas where Jadon Sancho, Anthony Elanga, Marcus Rashford, and Anthony Martial can already play. Antony’s arrival could also push the unsettled Cristiano Ronaldo closer toward the exit door amid rumors that Napoli and Sporting CP – two teams that, unlike United, are competing in the Champions League this season – are interested in signing the 37-year-old forward.

Antony is United’s second summer arrival from Ajax after Lisandro Martinez moved from the Johan Cruyff Arena for a fee that could reach €68 million after add-ons. Christian Eriksen also joined Ten Hag’s side on a free transfer, while Casemiro and Tyrell Malacia collectively cost around €87 million after bonuses to sign from Real Madrid and Feyenoord, respectively.

Manchester United reached an agreement with Ajax on Sunday to sign right-winger Antony in a deal worth up to €100 million, The Guardian’s Fabrizio Romano reports.

Antony will sign a five-year contract with United, according to Romano.

Ajax reportedly rejected multiple bids before agreeing to let the Brazilian star leave for an amount that could make him one of the 10 most expensive signings of all time.

The 22-year-old urged the Dutch champions to let him go, saying Friday he had informed the club of his desire to face a “new challenge” as early as February.

Antony will become United’s fifth major signing of the transfer window. He’s also the second player to leave Ajax for the Red Devils, joining former teammate Lisandro Martinez at Old Trafford. United signed Martinez in July for an initial €57 million.

United have committed an estimated £212 million (€243 million) in transfer fees this summer.

The fee for Antony certainly raises eyebrows. He recorded 10 goals and nine assists across 30 appearances in the Eredivisie and Champions League last season and ranked 25th in the Dutch league in successful dribbles.

However, Ten Hag will count on Antony to fill the void on the right wing. A left-footed player, the Sao Paulo native can cut inside, play diagonal crosses, and shoot from distance. He also likes to make progressive passes and move the ball quickly up the field.

Antony’s contract with Ajax still had three years left to run.