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Chelsea pay tribute to 'club legend' N'Golo Kante after the midfielder called time on his seven-year stay at Stamford Bridge to join Saudi Pro League champions Al-Ittihad

Chelsea have paid an emotional tribute to N'Golo Kante after the midfielder completed his move to Al-Ittihad.

Kante's move to Saudi Arabia was confirmed on Tuesday evening, bringing an end to his seven-year stay at Stamford Bridge.

During his time at the club, Kante won the Premier League, Champions League, Europa League and FA Cup, and Chelsea hailed him as a 'club legend' in their farewell statement.

Co-directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley also spoke on behalf of the club, declaring: 'N’Golo’s impact and influence during his time at Chelsea cannot be overstated.