Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba will continue his decorated career after signing with Major League Soccer side Montreal Impact.
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The 37-year-old African star, who will join the Impact when his Canadian work permit and transfer certificate are obtained, signed an 18-month contract at just over US$3 million a year.
After arriving at the Pierre Elliott Trudeau global Airport in Canada, Drogba had to manoeuvre his way through a huge crowd of fans.
The striker will be a designated player at the Canadian club, meaning that his wages will not be restricted by the general MLS salary cap which is in place.
The Impact tweeted a picture of Drogba holding one of their club scarves with the accompanying line: “You were waiting for this: Didier Drogba!” From the first conversation I had with him, I felt that he really wanted to play in Montreal. “This is a single of the largest days in club background and his arrival to the club will be advantageous in every factor”.
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Drogba, 37, left Chelsea this summer after playing 381 games for the Blues and winning four Premier League titles in two illustrious spells at Stamford Bridge.
