Didier Drogba returns to Stamford Bridge on one-year deal

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The Ivory Coast international was a free agent after his Galatasaray contract expired earlier this month.

But it wasn't long before the illustrious forward found a new club, and put pen to paper on a one-year deal.

  Drogba is delighted to have returned to his beloved Chelsea, he said: "My desire to win is still the same and I look forward to the opportunity to help this team.

"I am excited for this next chapter of my career."
The 36-year-old broke multiple records in his time with Chelsea -  netting 34 goals in European competitions, and nine in Cup finals.

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho lauded the return of Drogba, he said: "He’s coming because he’s one of the best strikers in Europe.Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho lauded the return of Drogba, he said: "He’s coming because he’s one of the best strikers in Europe. "I know his personality very well and I know if he comes back he’s not protected by history or what he’s done for this club previously. He is coming with the mentality to make more history."

"I know his personality very well and I know if he comes back he’s not protected by history or what he’s done for this club previously. He is coming with the mentality to make more history."