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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
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Samuel Meade

Cesar Azpilicueta in tears as Chelsea exit confirmed after 11 seasons at Stamford Bridge

Cesar Azpilicueta has said a tearful farewell to Chelsea and confirmed his move to Atletico Madrid.

The Spaniard will bring the curtain down on 11 years at Stamford Bridge having arrived as a relatively unknown name from Marseille for just £7m. Azpilicueta has gone on to claim every honour possible whilst in west London - the only player in the club's history to do so.

The 33-year-old has decided now is the right time to wave goodbye to the club as they undergo a huge turnover of players, but his emotional attachment to the club is clear for all to see as he prepares to depart after more than 500 appearances in blue.

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