“Just money because of money you joined Chelsea” – Emmanuel Petit slams 2 players for joining Chelsea because of money
Former Chelsea player Emmanuel Petit has openly criticized two recent additions to the team, Romeo Lavia and Moises Caicedo, for being motivated by financial gains. Petit’s scathing remarks reveal his disappointment in the two midfielders’ summer transfer decisions, asserting that the moves were not driven by strategy.
Both Lavia and Caicedo have recently made headlines with their substantial moves to Stamford Bridge, costing £55m and £115m, respectively. Their decisions have raised eyebrows, especially when considering that Liverpool, who will partake in European competitions, were also courting them.
In an interview with BettingSites, Petit suggested that the Blues’ offer was mainly appealing because of the monetary aspect (via FourFourTwo):
“Caicedo signed for Chelsea when he was linked with Liverpool, just like Romeo Lavia. I’m not going to say anything stupid but we all know why they went to Chelsea. Sportingly, the best decision right now would be to go to Liverpool.”
“If I am Caicedo or Lavia, I’m going to Liverpool instead of Chelsea because I can’t see a clear plan for what is going on at Chelsea. Thirty-five players? Come on. How many players do they need? It’s going to be a nightmare just like what happened last season.”
Petit argued that Liverpool would have been a more suitable destination for both players, especially for Caicedo, who could have reunited with former Brighton teammate Alexis Mac Allister.
Petit concluded by saying:
“For me, the answer is very easy. If you ask somebody why Caicedo and Lavia decided to go, the answer is just money. Money talks for the clubs and for the players.”
Caicedo and Lavia are expected to feature in the Blues’ next game against Luton Town in a Premier League home match on Friday, August 25.