3 Reasons why Chelsea got the better deal by selling Havertz to Arsenal

Good start to Mauricio Pochettino era at Chelsea

The transfer is a welcome move as it marks the beginning of a new era under Mauricio Pochettino. The Argentine manager can start afresh and won’t have to face the pressure of making the Havertz experiment work. With Havertz out the door, Pochettino can focus on finding a new setup to get more goals from the attack. Moreover, players like Mudryk and Madueke can get regular game time and a focal point in attack in the form of a traditional striker. Chelsea could have kept Havertz and considered selling next summer, but that would have meant that the new manager would have to face the same issue again, finding his best position for a season. Moreover, he would have gone for a lesser fee next summer as he would have had only 12 months left on his contract.

The arrival of Christopher Nkunku means that Chelsea doesn’t have to look into the market to find a replacement for Havertz. It offers a clearer plan, and hopefully, Nkunku can fit into the new attacking system under Pochettino. Chelsea must look for a proper striker in the market to ensure that Nkunku doesn’t end up like Havertz. Moreover, Pochettino must have a plan in place to use the Frenchman effectively in his suited position. The German’s move has created space in an otherwise bloated squad. With no European football next season, CFC will focus on the Premier League and look for a consistent attack. While it is disappointing to see him leave for a direct rival, it makes sense to part ways right now.