Mauricio Pochettino’s Insights on Potential Departure of Three Chelsea Stars
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has provided some insight into the potential departure of three Chelsea stars: Conor Gallagher, Armando Broja, and Trevoh Chalobah. Despite ongoing speculation, Pochettino suggested that he does not expect any major departures before the January transfer window deadline.
The trio has been strongly linked with moves away from Stamford Bridge, with various clubs expressing interest. However, Pochettino’s comments indicate that Chelsea may not be willing to let go of these players just yet. The transfer window is set to close at 11pm on Thursday, leaving little time for any last-minute deals.
Chelsea has been known to sell academy graduates in order to comply with financial fair play rules. The club has spent over £1 billion on new players since May 2022, and selling these young talents helps balance the books. From a regulatory standpoint, such sales are seen as 100 percent profit.
Gallagher, who has been a key figure in Pochettino’s starting XI this season, may still be open to offers despite his significant contributions. With just 18 months left on his contract, Chelsea might consider listening to offers for the midfielder. However, it remains to be seen whether any club will meet their valuation.
Broja, who has made 13 league appearances this season, is another player Chelsea is prepared to cash in on. West Ham, Fulham, and Wolves have shown interest in signing the striker. If Chelsea receives a bid in the region of £35 million, they are willing to sanction his sale.
Chalobah, on the other hand, has not played at all this season due to injury. West Ham has also been linked with the defender’s services. It is unclear whether Chelsea would be open to letting him go, given his lack of playing time.
Speaking ahead of Chelsea’s Premier League clash with Liverpool, Pochettino addressed the transfer speculation surrounding the trio. He explained that there is currently no news regarding any moves away from Stamford Bridge. Pochettino emphasized that the squad is relaxed and focused on their upcoming matches.
Last week, Pochettino compared Broja’s situation to that of Harry Kane during his emergence at Tottenham. He expressed his hopes that the young striker could cope with the mounting speculation over his future. Pochettino reiterated that a move for Broja is not currently on the cards.
Overall, Pochettino’s comments suggest that Chelsea is not actively seeking to offload Gallagher, Broja, or Chalobah. While there may be interest from other clubs, it remains to be seen whether any deals will materialize before the transfer window closes. For now, the trio will continue to focus on their roles within the Chelsea squad.