Season-long loanee Jimmy Juan turned down offers from three French clubs to sign for the Blues. The Monaco central midfielder signed his year-long deal with the Blues earlier today.
Newly promoted Ligue 1 side Troyes and Ligue 2 teams Bastia, relegated last season, and Le Havre all showed interest in 22-year-old.
Juan joined the Blues on loan in January but a recurrent foot injury prevented him from making a first team appearance during 2004/05.