Premier League Club Slammed by Former Chelsea Boss Over “Foolish” £17M Sale
Former Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has stirred controversy with a bold claim that a Premier League club made a massive mistake by selling a now world-class star for just £17 million back in 2019.
In a recent interview, Pochettino criticized the unnamed club, saying:
“They were foolish to let him go. He was sold for only £17 million, and now he’s arguably the best player in the world.”
While Pochettino didn’t mention the player by name, fans online quickly speculated he could be referring to Moussa Diaby, who moved from Paris Saint-Germain to Bayer Leverkusen in 2019. Diaby has since developed into a dynamic winger, starring for the French national team and excelling in the Premier League with Aston Villa.
However, another strong candidate for Pochettino’s praise is Serge Gnabry. The German winger was sold by Arsenal after an underwhelming loan spell at West Brom, only to flourish at Bayern Munich, winning the Champions League and multiple domestic titles.
Regardless of the player’s identity, Pochettino’s comments have reignited debate around how Premier League clubs often give up on young talent too early. Many players, once dismissed or undervalued, have gone on to thrive after being sold.
Fans and pundits alike are reflecting on how poor transfer decisions can come back to haunt clubs, especially when former flops turn into international superstars
