Caicedo, Lavia and why Chelsea can keep spending
The Athletic FC Podcast
08/15/23
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Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein and our Chelsea and Liverpool writers Simon Johnson & James Pearce to discuss how Mauricio Pochettino’s side won the race to sign Moises Caicedo for a whopping £115m.
We also hear how Chelsea also swooped in for Romeo Lavia from under the noses of Liverpool and the story behind the transfer battle between the two clubs.
And the panel answer the question on everyone's lips - how on earth can Chelsea keep spending like this?!
Produced by Adonis Pratsides
Additional Production: Jay Beale & Mike Stavrou
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
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