Chelsea names Maurizio Sarri as head coach and midfielder Jorginho | Soccer

Chelsea confirmed the appointment of Maurizio Sarri as the new head coach, Napoli midfielder Jorginho joining his former manager at Stamford Bridge after sealing his transfer.

The midfielder was unveiled by Chelsea after 57m (£ 50.4m). Jorginho signed a five-year contract with Sarri accepting a three-year contract to replace Antonio Conte.

"I am looking forward to starting work and meeting the players on Monday before traveling to Australia, where I will be able to get to know the team and start our game," said Sarri on the club's official website . "I hope we can offer entertaining football to our fans, and that we will be competing for the trophies at the end of the season, which is what this club deserves."

Jorginho says "absolutely delighted" to have joined Chelsea. "It's not easy to be part of such a big team, so I'm very, very happy," he said. "I'm excited to play in such an intense league, for a team that gives everything to play and win."

The 26-year-old Brazilian-born, Italian-styled player arrived in London on Friday night to complete his transfer. Manchester City was favorite to sign the midfield, but Chelsea signed an agreement with Napoli for the player and the manager.

"We are delighted to welcome Maurizio and we look forward to it bringing his football philosophy to Chelsea" Maurizio Napoli's player played one of the most exciting matches in Europe, impressive by his offensive approach and his dynamism, and his coaching methods have greatly improved the players at his disposal.

"We are delighted Jorginho chose to join Chelsea He was one of the most coveted midfielders in Europe and will become an important member of the team."

Sarri replaced Conte , who left office Thursday. Chelsea confirmed Conte's departure Friday with a 52-word statement.

Negotiations to free Sarri from her Napoli agreement took a few weeks to conclude. He was replaced there by Carlo Ancelotti at the end of May but was not released from his contract, forcing Chelsea to pay fees to secure him. Legend of London club Gianfranco Zola should play a role in working alongside Sarri.