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1025941. New Chelsea signing Roberto di Matteo smiles for the cameras after
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1025941. New Chelsea signing Roberto di Matteo smiles for the cameras after
New Chelsea signing Roberto di Matteo smiles for the cameras after signing for the Stamford Bridge club from Lazio in a club-record 4.9 million deal. The 26-year-old midfielder, a member of Italys Euro 96 squad wtih 15 caps, has signed a four-year contract. See PA story SOCCER Chelsea. Photo by Sean Dempsey/PA
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In this iconic photograph captured by renowned sports photographer Sean Dempsey, Roberto Di Matteo, the Italian midfielder, beams with joy as he signs his contract with Chelsea Football Club in 1997. The historic moment took place at Stamford Bridge, marking Di Matteo's transfer from Lazio in a then-club record deal worth £4.9 million. Di Matteo, a 26-year-old midfielder, had already made a name for himself in European football, having earned 15 caps for the Italian national team and being a part of the Euro 96 squad. His arrival at Chelsea was a significant one, as the club was looking to strengthen its midfield and challenge for major honors. The four-year contract Di Matteo signed marked the beginning of a new chapter in his career, and he quickly became a fan favorite at Stamford Bridge. Over the next few seasons, Di Matteo would go on to make 154 appearances for the Blues, scoring 35 goals and providing numerous assists. He was instrumental in Chelsea's FA Cup victory in 2000 and helped the team finish as runners-up in the Premier League in the 2002-03 season. This photograph is a testament to the excitement and anticipation surrounding Di Matteo's arrival at Chelsea, and it remains a cherished memory for the club's fans. The image of Di Matteo smiling for the cameras as he puts pen to paper on his new contract encapsulates the hope and optimism that comes with the signing of a new star player.
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