August 19th 2024.
Jamie Carragher expressed his disbelief at the news of Joao Felix's transfer to Chelsea, wondering why any player would want to join the club at this time. The former Liverpool player did not hold back in his criticism of the Blues, urging players to avoid signing for the team and calling for the club to stop buying more players.
The transfer saga surrounding Felix's move back to Stamford Bridge was met with disapproval from Carragher, who questioned the club's transfer policy under owner Todd Boehly. He pointed out that Chelsea have spent over £1billion on 44 players in the past two years, but very few of them have lived up to expectations.
Carragher was also critical of Chelsea's bloated squad, which includes several notable players who were left out of the team for their recent match against Manchester City. He highlighted Raheem Sterling's statement asking for clarification on his absence, and pointed out that the arrival of Felix will only add to the already crowded squad.
The former defender did not hold back in his criticism, saying that players should not be tempted by the promise of a seven-year deal with big money, but instead should back themselves to do well at a proper club. He also questioned the long-term project at Chelsea, stating that it is not a young and exciting team as some may believe.
Carragher also raised concerns about the practicalities of having such a large squad, wondering where all the players would fit in the dressing room and how training sessions would be conducted with 40 players. He emphasized the importance of healthy competition within a team, but also the need for players to know their place in the squad.
In conclusion, Carragher made it clear that he does not understand why players would want to join Chelsea at this time and urged them to think carefully before signing for the club. He also called for the club to reassess their transfer policy and focus on building a strong, cohesive team rather than continuously buying new players.
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