Sanchez and Caicedo would be on their way anyway - it doesn't really matter if they go to Chelsea or elsewhere.
I had had a glimmer of hope that we could get Mac Allister and Trossard to extend contracts, but I think this has now somewhat diminished. Shame. Veltman could also now be less likely to extend. Shame again.
Tony needs eye-watering fees for any that go.
It does help to explain why Tuchel has been significantly more arsey this season.
The writing has clearly been on the wall for him on the day the new chairman took over.
How can you manage properly when you already know that Potter was in place behind your back.