Chelsea’s 2016-17 Premier League title should be given to Spurs, says Pochettino
Summary
Mauricio Pochettino said Chelsea should lose their 2016-17 Premier League title because they broke financial rules. He believes the title should be given to Tottenham, who finished second that season under his management.Key Facts
- Chelsea were fined millions and given a suspended transfer ban for breaking rules from 2009 to 2022.
- The club used unlicensed agents and hid some details in player transfers, including big signings like Eden Hazard and Willian.
- Chelsea’s current owners reported the violations to try to reduce penalties, so no points were taken from the club.
- Pochettino managed Tottenham to second place in the 2016-17 season, seven points behind Chelsea.
- He says if Chelsea gained an unfair advantage, that year’s title should be given to Tottenham.
- Pochettino also managed Chelsea during the 2023-24 season and is now coaching the US national team.
- He said fairness means all clubs must follow the same rules and be punished if they break them.
- Chelsea won many trophies during the period of rule-breaking, including three league titles and European cups.
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