Liam Rosenior has been announced as Chelsea's new head coach on a contract until 2031 with an option for a further year.
The Strasbourg manager admitted at a surprise press conference in France this morning that he had agreed verbally to take over the Premier League club, with his appointment now confirmed.
Rosenior is expected to board a private jet from Strasbourg landing at Farnborough Airport imminently ready for his official unveiling.
The 41-year-old's first game in charge of the Blues will come in the FA Cup on Saturday against Charlton Athletic, with caretaker manager Calum MacFarlane overseeing Wednesday evening's West London derby against Fulham.