Official: Chelsea Strike Anelka Deal

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Chelsea have just confirmed that they have agreed terms with Bolton over the signing of Nicolas Anelka

Negotiations between the two clubs began earlier this week, when Bolton were quick to knock back a 12 million pound bid from Chelsea.
The Blues confirmed that an offer had been made, and that talks would continue. However, neither party seemed to be willing to budge from their position, 3 million separating them.
Later in the week, Avram Grant indicated that he would like to have the Frenchman available as soon as possible, and Chelsea have followed that up by meeting Bolton's asking price.
A 15 million deal has now been struck between the two clubs.
Read a statement on the club's website: "Chelsea Football Club and Bolton Wanderers can confirm that terms have been agreed between the clubs for the transfer of Nicolas Anelka."
The player has since agreed personal terms, and will sign a four-and-a-half year deal with Chelsea after completing a medical.
He will be available for Saturday's clash against Tottenham.
Chelsea are his fifth English club, after Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City and Bolton.