Chelsea have signed Dutch defender Jorrel Hato from Ajax Amsterdam for 44.18 million euros ($51.18 million), both clubs said on Sunday.

He will be expected to provide some much-needed backup relief for the overworked Marc Cucurella, though the young defender can also play center back if needed. Though just 19, Hato already has quite a bit of senior professional experience,

Chelsea have confirmed the signing of 19-year-old defender Jorrel Hato from Ajax in a deal worth €46.5 million.