“Good deal for both sides”, “Another player upgrading” – Fans react as Chelsea reach agreement with European club for 24-year-old star
As Mauricio Pochettino settles into his role at Chelsea, he is emphasizing the need for “leaders” to step up from the team’s dressing room as he considers who will take over the captaincy from the departing Cesar Azpilicueta.
Pochettino began his work at Chelsea on Monday, and one of his initial significant decisions will be the appointment of a new captain.
With Azpilicueta nearing a move to Atletico Madrid on a free transfer, his 11-year journey at Stamford Bridge is coming to an end.
One tweeted:
“Everyone is leaving mid table club”
Another added:
“Another player upgrading by leaving Chelsea ????“
Here are a few more reactions by fans on Twitter:
@dujarr_din: Another player upgrading by leaving Chelsea
@IdrisKhalif:Another USMNT talent that’s failed to fulfill his huge potentials. Hope he revives his career in Milan.
@Irunnia_; Finally upgraded to a club where he can play Champions league football.
@CFCErm: Congrats, Christian. Good deal for both sides. He’s gonna cook at AC Milan.
Cheptarei_timy: Everyone is leaving mid table club
@ytn_abzz: About damn time. He needed to leave, AC Milan would be a good move for him but it’s good that we are getting rid.
Pulisic (24) registered 26 goals and 21 assists in 145 appearances for Chelsea, winning three trophies including the UEFA Champions League. He entered the final year of his contract at Stamford Bridge this month.
Pulisic struggled for regular playing time at Chelsea and never started more than 19 Premier League games in a season during his four full campaigns in west London.