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Batshuayi keen to emulate Drogba at Chelsea

Michy Batshuayi is keen to emulate Didier Drogba at Chelsea and enjoy an equally successful career at Stamford Bridge as the Ivorian.

The 22-year-old signed a five-year deal with Chelsea on Sunday to complete his transfer from Marseille, following in the footsteps of Drogba - who made the same move in 2004.

"Drogba and I are different people," Batshuayi told the official Chelsea website.

"But I totally respect the career Didier had at Chelsea and I am going to do my best [to enjoy similar success].

"I want to enjoy myself and give my maximum to help the team win matches."

"The Brazilian Ronaldo was my idol when I grew up," Batshuayi continued.

"He was a phenomenal player."

"It's a real chance for me and I'm looking forward to starting with a new club and new coach," he added.

"It's a great opportunity."