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Confirmed: Chelsea announce deal for non-league defender
CHELSEA have confirmed the signing of 18-year-old defender Kyle Jameson.
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The 18-year-old had been at National League side Southport.
But he was let go and Chelsea snapped him up as a free agent.
Chelsea said on their website: "Our Academy ranks have been bolstered by the signing of Kyle Jameson.
"The 18-year-old centre-back was an unregistered player and signs a professional contract at the club until the end of next season."
Chelsea have bolstered their youth ranks
Jameson will play for the under-18's who are currently seven points clear in the Premier League south section.
Earlier today Chelsea's under-18 side beat their Swansea counterparts 5-0.
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