BABA RAHMAN has joined Reading on a season-long loan from Chelsea.
The Ghanaian left-back, 28, has returned to the Madejski Stadium following his successful 2021-22 campaign with the Royals.
He played 29 times for Paul Ince’s side last season.
Ironically, that’s six more appearances than he’s made for Chelsea during his seven-year stint at Stamford Bridge.
The move marks his SEVENTH loan spell since joining the Blues in 2015 from FC Augsburg in Germany.
Many fans didn’t even realise that Chelsea is still Rahman’s parent club.
Some took to Twitter to react to the news, with one writing: “How many years at all did Baba Rahman sign at Chelsea? He’s been there for ages!”
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Another added: “Baba Rahman has been at Chelsea Football Club since 2015. He played a grand total of 23 games for the club, 4 as a substitute, and somehow managed to still be on the books until 2024. This is crazy!”
A third said: “Chelsea defender Baba Rahman has re-signed for Reading on a season-long loan deal. Yes, he’s still on Chelsea’s books.”
While another Chelsea fan chimed in to question why the Blues have not terminated his contract, adding: “Not sure why we didn’t just rip his contract up but at least he’s out on loan again.”
Following Rahman’s return, Reading boss Ince admitted that he was looking forward to welcoming him back to the first team.
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When speaking to the official club website, he said: “A natural left-back with experience at the very highest level has been a clear priority in our recruitment plans this summer and, while we have had to be patient, we are now excited to welcome Baba back to the club.
“Our fans know all about what he can bring to this squad and what we are trying to achieve this season and I’m really looking forward to working with him again this season.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
