Chelsea have announced that the club has signed a 15-year kit deal with a new technical sponsor Nike worth £60-million a season.

The long-term agreement will see Nike become the official kit supplier for the Blues from the beginning of the 2017-18 Premier League season.

Nike will produce strips for the first team, academy, and Ladies teams, as well as a full range of clothing for Chelsea’s millions of supporters around the world, according to the Chelsea website.

Chelsea director Marina Granovskaia says he is looking forward to forming a successful partnership with the world’s leading sports footwear and apparel company.

‘This is an incredibly exciting and important deal for the club like Chelsea, Nike is known around the world for its excellence and innovation and we look forward to working together in what is sure to be a successful partnership,’ Granovskaia said.

‘We believe Nike will be able to support our growth into new markets as well as helping us maintain our place among the world’s elite football clubs.’

President of the Nike Brand Trevor Edwards he is looking forward to helping the Blues reach now heights on a global front.

‘Chelsea is a world-class club with a rich tradition and passionate fans across the globe.

‘The partnership with Chelsea reinforces our leadership position in football. We are excited to help grow the club’s global reach, serving players and supporters with Nike innovation and design.’