Forgotten Chelsea star completes move to Lens on a free transfer just days after his departure from Stamford Bridge

A former Chelsea star has signed for Lens following his departure from Stamford Bridge.

The player's association with the Blues officially came to an end this week when his contract was terminated by mutual consent.

Although he had a year left on his deal, the player was eager to leave Chelsea as he aims to play regularly elsewhere. 

The individual had a frustrating time last season as he didn't make any appearances for Chelsea.

He will now be hoping that the next step in his career will prove to be more productive. 

Malang Sarr has now signed for Lens, with the defender putting pen to paper on a two year deal with an option for a further year, as reported by the club's official website.

Sarr initially joined Chelsea in 2020 but was loaned out to Porto.

He subsequently made 21 appearances for Chelsea during the 2021-22 season before spending the following campaign on loan at Monaco.

After returning from his spell at Monaco, Sarr found himself out of favour under Mauricio Pochettino and wasn't involved with the Chelsea first-team.

A proposed loan move to Le Havre in the Winter transfer window collapsed, which led to Sarr not playing at all last season.

This week Sarr's £100,000-a-week deal with Chelsea was terminated by mutual consent.