Lille have completed the signing of a £35m (€41m) transfer deal to bring Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante to Stade de Lille Stadium.

The French club announced the news on their official website, stating that the move was completed in a "pre-agreed transaction."

Kante has been a key player for Chelsea since joining from Bordeaux in 2016 and has made over 300 appearances for the club.

He is known for his technical ability and leadership qualities, and he has won numerous awards during his time at Chelsea, including two Premier League titles and one UEFA Champions League title.

In addition to his impressive record on the pitch, Kante is also known for his off-the-field contributions, as he is involved in various charitable projects.

Lille's signing of Kante will be seen as a major boost for the team, as they look to compete at the highest level of European football.

The club has already made significant progress this season, finishing third in the Ligue 1 table and reaching the quarter-finals of the Europa League.

With Kante in the squad, Lille will hope to build on this success and make a strong challenge for honours next term.

Overall, the arrival of Kante is a big coup for Lille, and it will be interesting to see how he performs in his new surroundings.