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Villa have completed the signing of left-back Ian Maatsen from Chelsea.
The 22-year-old has signed a six-year deal and moves to Villa Park for a fee
of £37.5m.
Maatsen had a £35m release clause which expired earlier this month, allowing
Chelsea to negotiate the higher price they agreed with Villa.
Borussia Dortmund were keen on signing the defender on a permanent deal
after his successful loan spell with them last season. They made offers but
fell short of the original release clause.
He made 16 Bundesliga appearances for Dortmund, scoring two goals, and
featured seven times in the Champions League, scoring once.
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Sky Sports New chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol:
"Maatsen had a release clause in his contract, which Dortmund could have
activated.
"That release clause has expired, which meant Aston Villa could make their
move and that is exactly what they've done.
"It's crucial that Villa are in the Champions League. The player himself
wants to carry on playing in the Champions League.
"It's a very good deal for Unai Emery's side. He played so well for
Dortmund, helping them reach the Champions League final."
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