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BREAKING NEWS: Romeo Lavia CONFIRMS his £58m Chelsea transfer as he sends a farewell message to Southampton after snubbing Liverpool - but faces a race to be registered in time to face West Ham on Sunday

Southampton star Romeo Lavia has confirmed his imminent £58million move to Chelsea via a post on his social media.

The Belgian international is set to become Todd Boehly's latest summer signing after the Blues thrashed out a deal with the relegated side earlier this week.

And now, Lavia has confirmed his imminent departure in an emotional message to his social media followers.

He wrote: 'To Saints Fans. As I say goodbye, I want to say a big thank you for everything you have given me during my time here.

'I've instantly felt the love from you all despite us not achieving our shared goals.