'Finally!': Didier Drogba gives his blessing for Chelsea's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang deal and congratulates his pal on £12m move from Barcelona as he reveals the pair spoke about him joining the Blues 'years ago'

Didier Drogba has revealed he spoke to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang 'years ago' over a potential move to Chelsea.

The former Arsenal striker sealed a deadline day move to Chelsea on Thursday for a fee worth £12million from Barcelona.

Chelsea legend Drogba responded to Aubameyang on social media to congratulate his friend on his return to the Premier League.

After completing the last-minute move on deadline day, Aubameyang posted a photo of him wearing the Blues' number-nine shirt.

Drogba in response, wrote: 'Finally!