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Chelsea sign Jamaica international Omari Hutchinson, as the 18-year-old forward swaps the Emirates for Stamford Bridge after seven years at Arsenal

Chelsea have brought in 18-year-old forward Omari Hutchinson from Arsenal.

Hutchinson began his youth career with the Blues, but was scouted by Charlton in 2012 and later joined Arsenal U12s after a brief break to play futsal.

As a 12-year-old, he received praise from Pele after taking part in a South London tournament organised by the Brazil legend.

Omari Hutchinson began his youth career at Chelsea before being scouted by Charlton

Hutchinson will now return to Stamford Bridge after failing to make it past the bench in a year-and-a-half as a professional at the Emirates.

He did impress in the Premier League 2 last season, playing an important role in an Arsenal side that finished third.