Hedman joins the Blues

Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Swedish goalkeeper Magnus Hedman.

Hedman, 33, who has been on trial with the club, has signed a contract until the end of the season.

A Chelsea spokesperson confirmed: “Magnus Hedman will act as goalkeeper cover to Carlo Cudicini and Hilario and will remain in that role when Petr Cech returns from injury.”

Cech, 24, is currently recovering from a skull operation after being seriously injured in the match against Reading last month.

Former Sweden international Hedman has played for Coventry and Celtic.