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Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall confirms Chelsea transfer in emotional farewell amid statement confusion

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
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Incoming Chelsea midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall confirmed that he will be leaving Leicester on social media - a matter of minutes before deleting the post and then re-uploading it again.

The 25-year-old is set to become Chelsea's fifth summer arrival in a £30million swoop from the newly-promoted Foxes. Dewsbury-Hall is expected to sign a five-year contract and reunite with Enzo Maresca after the duo worked together at Leicester in the Championship last season.

In an Instagram post - which was later deleted and re-uploaded - Dewsbury-Hall said: "Hi LCFC Fans. Well what can I say? What a journey it's been. 17 years of my life devoted to this club and it's been a pleasure. I've loved every minute of my time at this football club and created some memories & friendships I'll never forget.

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"When we were relegated in the 22/23 season, I felt personally responsible for my part played in that. I made it my goal to ensure we got back to the Premier League within the first season, as I know how devastating a position that can be for a club if it doesn’t happen.

"I'm very proud of what we achieved together last season - creating memories of a lifetime for us all. But bigger than that, hopefully going some way to righting the wrongs of that relegation season.

"The overwhelming amount of messages I’ve received in the past few days has honestly touched me and I thank each and every person for taking the time to do so, it means so much to me and my family. I want to thank all of the team mates I’ve played with, the coaches that l’ve worked with and fans that l’ve grown with.

"I’m glad I’m leaving the club with them in the Premier League, where they belong, and wish Leicester City all the best in the upcoming season and further on. I’m one of your own, Leicester. But it’s time for me to go now…Thanks for the ride. KDH."