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How phone calls from Mauricio Pochettino helped get 3 Chelsea transfer deals done/close

Originally posted on Chelsea News | By Simon Phillips | Last updated 8/15/23

Mauricio Pochettino has taken a hands-on approach since his arrival at Chelsea, especially when it comes to getting new players to sign for the club.

Chelsea have done some great business already this summer and they are close to doing more great business.

Moises Caicedo was signed yesterday and is an incredible signing from Brighton. Romeo Lavia from Southampton and Michael Olise from Crystal Palace are expected to be next, although they have not been confirmed as of yet.

According to our sources at SPTC, direct phone calls from Mauricio Pochettino to all three of the above mentioned players helped get these deals over the line and the players to make their final decisions on wanting to join Chelsea!

Mauricio Pochettino has had calls with many of our targets this summer including Caicedo and Lavia.

Sourced story here by @siphillipssport on how he directly involves himself in transfer deals to help get them done!https://t.co/Le7KqE2fCD pic.twitter.com/yBwyr6RESz

— Si Phillips Talks Chelsea (@SPTC__) August 15, 2023

In some cases, the phone call from Pochettino was what convinced a player to join Chelsea, as he tries to create early relationships with his potential new player and let them know how much he rates and values them.

This article first appeared on Chelsea News and was syndicated with permission.

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