Chelsea have left their No9 shirt vacant this season.

The exit of Fernando Torres had freed up the shirt traditionally worn by centre forwards.

But Loic Remy, who has joined Chelsea in a £10.5million deal from Queens Park Rangers, has opted for No 18, confirmed on Tuesday night when Premier League clubs submitted their 25-man squad lists.

The No 9 shirt will remain vacant until January at least, and that is perhaps best given its recent history.

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