Pochettino announces Big new Chelsea signing ‘fits the project,’ at Stamford Bridge
Mauricio Pochettino has revealed that Cole Palmer fits the project perfectly at Chelsea, but it was not his decision to get a deal done.
The England Under-21 star scored memorable goals in the Community Shield against Arsenal and UEFA Super Cup against Sevilla, but has decided to leave the Etihad and continue his career at Stamford Bridge.
Pochettino said he expected Palmer to be the clubs final signing, but he acknowledged things could change in the coming hours. For now, he is happy with the squad at his disposal, and he explained what he hopes to see Palmer bring to CHELSEA.
‘I think he fits the project,’ said Pochettino.
‘He is a young, talented player. Of course, he decided to come because he expects to play maybe more and be more important here [than at Man City], but that is not the most important thing. He wanted to come because he has seen the Chelsea project is for him.
He wants to improve his game and he needs to show he is better than his team-mates and deserves to play and find his place.
We need to be careful with young guys, like experienced players they need time to settle,’ added Pochettino when asked if Palmer could feature tomorrow.
‘He needs to settle because Manchester is different to London, the club and culture is different. Before starting to perform, he needs to settle, be in his space and be comfortable. We will not put pressure on him.’