Chelsea complete loan signing of striker Pato

Chelsea complete loan signing of striker Pato

Updated Mar. 5, 2020 1:48 a.m. ET

LONDON (AP) Chelsea says it has completed the loan signing of Brazilian striker Pato until the end of the season.

The 26-year-old Pato joins from Corinthians following previously spells with Sao Paulo and AC Milan.

''I am so happy to sign for Chelsea. It is a dream for me. I am looking forward to meeting and getting to know my new team-mates and cannot wait to play,'' Pato said Friday after completing his move.

''I thank Chelsea for their support and hope I can repay this faith to the club and its fans,'' Pato added.

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Defending Premier League champion Chelsea has struggled for form this season and is currently 13th in the standings.

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