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Former Arsenal midfielder hits out at key Chelsea transfer decision
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Former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder Emmanuel Petit is concerned by Todd Boehly’s approach to overseeing affairs at Stamford Bridge.
The event that sparked concern for Petit is Conor Gallagher’s proposed move to Atletico Madrid.
Gallagher came through the ranks at Stamford Bridge and many supporters do not want to see him go.
However reports suggest that the club want to bank the profit generated from selling a homegrown player, and they are unsure that the England international fits in with Enzo Maresca’s tactical approach.
Speaking to Gambling Zone, he said: “I look at the project, signing all these young players for huge money on incredibly long contracts and it doesn’t make sense.
"The Americans have spent over a billion and what did they get? Some of these players have been given massive contracts without achieving anything in the game.
“Then you look at the players they are selling. They are selling their best players and academy graduates. Conor Gallagher was Chelsea’s best player last season and was practically the captain for most of it because Reece James was injured.
“He plays for the national team. He came through the academy and you’re going to sell him for how much? £30 million? He’s probably the best midfielder in the squad.
"How can Gallagher be worth £30 million if Manuel Ugarte is worth £60 or £70 million? It doesn’t make sense to me. I don’t get it. I don’t understand the decisions being made at the club.”
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