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David Luiz backs Kepa to live up to world-record €80m fee at Chelsea

The Brazil international has hailed the arrival of the Athletic Club goalkeeper as well as the club's ability to keep hold of many of their star names

Chelsea defender David Luiz has backed Kepa Arrizabalaga to live up to his world-record price tag as he prepares to complete his move to Stamford Bridge.

The Blues have agreed to pay the Athletic Club goalkeeper's €80 million (£71m/$92m) release clause, with Kepa now set to become the world's most expensive goalkeeper.

With Thibaut Courtois closing in on a move to Real Madrid, Kepa will step straight in as the club's new No.