Emmanuel Petit is completely confused by Jadon Sancho's decision to join Chelsea on Deadline Day and questioned the player's motivation.
Sancho left Manchester United on loan for the second time after growing frustrated with Erik ten Hag. After a stint back at Borussia Dortmund in the second half of last season, he opted for a return to his native London.
However, ex-Chelsea midfielder Petit is baffled as to why Sancho would choose to join an already packed Blues squad, given the intense competition for places. The Frenchman even joked about the lack of space in Chelsea's dressing room after their busy summer influx.
"When I saw they had signed Jadon Sancho on Deadline Day, I wondered if there was even any shirt numbers left for him," he told sports betting site BetVictor (via football.london). "Imagine him opening the door to the dressing room and seeing so many players they don't all fit in the same dressing room! At the training ground they must have two dressing rooms, three pitches and 12 physios.
“The club are not the only ones responsible for the situation. It also comes down to the players. How can Sancho bring himself to sign for Chelsea after what happened at Manchester United? He was loaned to Borussia Dortmund, then went back to United, and now he’s off to Chelsea who have 40 or so players and he is just one of them."
The former France international didn't hold back in slamming the move, arguing it could be a money-driven decision for Sancho, who is set to struggle for guaranteed playing time once again. Petit continued: "Hasn't he had enough of moving around clubs, losing his way on the pitch and losing his confidence? Now he's at a club that has no consistency, lacking in confidence and results. If he's not there for the money, what is he there for?"
This isn't the first time voices have been raised concerning Chelsea's controversial transfer market strategy. The dazzling summer spree overseen by Enzo Maresca has looked hectic, marked by the arrival of 11 new first-team players setting up shop in Stamford Bridge.
Before Sancho entered the scene, the Blues had already thrown £100million at the acquisitions of Pedro Neto and Joao Felix. That's taking into account the club had an already robust wing selection, including talents like Cole Palmer, Christopher Nkunku, Mykhailo Mudryk, Noni Madueke and Carney Chukwuemeka.
At 24, Sancho is expected to make his Chelsea switch permanent next year, with a full-time deal priced at £25m, contingent upon the Blues finishing 14th or higher in the Premier League table. While there are set to be financial upsides for Sancho in switching United for Chelsea, Petit may have overlooked one heartfelt detail concerning Sancho's childhood allegiances.
"I'd probably say Frank Lampard," the winger told talkSPORT in 2021 when asked to name his England idol. "I was a Chelsea fan growing up, I can't lie! Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard were my favourite players at the time.
"I just love Frank Lampard and how he played his game; he was so direct and so composed on the ball. I like things like that."
Those comments suggest the Camberwell native's affection for all things Chelsea run way deeper than Petit might expect. Sancho's next task is clear as he seeks to win over new coach Maresca, disprove critics like Petit, and show his dedication extends far beyond any financial incentives.
wawadimort
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Jackson must go a loan
akeem”784
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Do you know how much he’s getting compared to united n sancho work ethic is garbage u really think he’s going n changing at Chelsea with even more n better options? Yall need to remember he was training under pep before anyone n pep chose foden over him
do you not realize that ten hag dont like him? you just telling me about sancho.. listen to what i am saying… i never said sancho is good.. 🤦🏾♂️ Ten hag said he will play rashford into form which means rashford plays no matter what…. Amad just won POTM and got DROPPED!! Garnacho is in form and only start ONE game!! the manager doesnt want sancho.. so why should he stay? Only a player with no motivation would stay…
DaRealShonaKing
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hahaha soon he will be sayin i have alwys been a crystal palace fan after joining them permanently in 2025
Bawdioty
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Bawdioty
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Bawdioty
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kezeilmrz
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Panadekmop
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I don't care who to be sold and who to stay,,every manager has his own desire,and tactic,maybe he likes the way Sancho played, sterling must seek for minutes else where as Maresca said earlier,I also know that sterling is better than Sancho but that not the case,maybe Sancho will adapt to Maresca's tactic that sterling
kandmopty
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Best line
pezcdsuz
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Then you are a liar. When you join Manchester United you said that was your club when growing up now it's Chelsea. You are not well.
hasaniii_ai
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how can it? if ten hag is telling him to FIGHT for a position that our POTM gets dropped for and in form Garnacho gets played out of position for.. meanwhile Rashford gets to play himself into form?? what is sancho fighting for? how can a manager tell one player he would play no matter what and then tell another player he has to fight for the position… that makes sense to you? If Sancho had bo motivation, he would never go to Dortmund.. he would never go chelsea.. he would sit at united and collect his wages…
Do you know how much he’s getting compared to united n sancho work ethic is garbage u really think he’s going n changing at Chelsea with even more n better options? Yall need to remember he was training under pep before anyone n pep chose foden over him
akeem”784
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That’s make him going to Chelsea even worse
how can it? if ten hag is telling him to FIGHT for a position that our POTM gets dropped for and in form Garnacho gets played out of position for.. meanwhile Rashford gets to play himself into form?? what is sancho fighting for? how can a manager tell one player he would play no matter what and then tell another player he has to fight for the position… that makes sense to you? If Sancho had bo motivation, he would never go to Dortmund.. he would never go chelsea.. he would sit at united and collect his wages…
hasaniii_ai
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Never knew Emmanuel Petit was a Chelsea legend shitty journalism 🤦🏿♂️ do you guys ever use your Google search engine before 🤦🏿♂️
It said ex-star where yall see legend?🤨
hasaniii_ai
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dont question his motivation.. United manager told him he has tonfight for a place…. In a team where the POTM gets dropped, Garnacho in better form than Rashford since last season and still get dropped but Rashford starts every game and the manager tells rashford he will play home into form…
That’s make him going to Chelsea even worse
hasaniii_ai
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So, you didn't read when he asked Sancho why he went to a club without consistency. Read well.
Tf when he just came to united “oh it was always my dream to play for united” tf my guy a player can spout out any shxt to appease their new club fans
hasaniii_ai
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Chelsea only has 30 players and he’s one. Stop capping. They’re gonna do pretty well this season once they get there rhythm which they’re close to actually
45 tf u on?🤨
Jumachelsea
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appetite whatever your name is shut the f****** up and mind your business
AJAMESLAST
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Chelsea only has 30 players and he’s one. Stop capping. They’re gonna do pretty well this season once they get there rhythm which they’re close to actually
Tucbkmrst
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i like what Pettit has just said because it is going to give Sancho enough motivation fo success
blacknight8235IN
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Yeah but Bale was in his 30’s. Sancho is only 24 and Sterling is 29. This young generation it’s all about money, forget medals or legacy. Players now play for one thing and one thing only and they don’t care if they play for 20 teams in their career it’s who is the highest bidder. Can we say mercenaries?
Yes I agree with you, that's where we are now with the the younger players, then again, it's their agents as well, they are in for the money also, we can just imagine how many people other than the player who benefits from transfer and personal fees, then when the player flops we look at the player and not those who made the recommendations
Lueaeimryz
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Wasn't it Petit that said Arsenal will never take Sterling but he is there now , now he is on Sancho, he couldn't be there if Chelsea didn't want him, Sancho can surely force his way into their starting lineup if he works towards it, also Sterling will be playing regular at Arsenal, they left their respective clubs because they want to be playing regularly, it's not about money else they could of done like Bale in his last two seasons at Real Madrid
Yeah but Bale was in his 30’s. Sancho is only 24 and Sterling is 29. This young generation it’s all about money, forget medals or legacy. Players now play for one thing and one thing only and they don’t care if they play for 20 teams in their career it’s who is the highest bidder. Can we say mercenaries?
Keym001
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petit or appetite why can't you retire in peace or we retire you in pieces 🤔🤔
dennisachafu
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Ozuor read and understand. If being relevant in a team is what Sancho is aiming for, then chelsea is not the team because he just another player they are trying. Which is not a permanent solution for him. His point.
Where else did you want him to go? How many teams were interested in buying him?
dennisachafu
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He said they have too much players, that sancho is just one them
So, you didn't read when he asked Sancho why he went to a club without consistency. Read well.
Zutacdkmr
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Petit mind your business please
rataclmpry
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Petit, petit??????
blacknight8235IN
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Wasn't it Petit that said Arsenal will never take Sterling but he is there now , now he is on Sancho, he couldn't be there if Chelsea didn't want him, Sancho can surely force his way into their starting lineup if he works towards it, also Sterling will be playing regular at Arsenal, they left their respective clubs because they want to be playing regularly, it's not about money else they could of done like Bale in his last two seasons at Real Madrid
cisailnory
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Petit is right, any player joining Chelsea lacks motivation, its an overloaded confused squad
viaacelors
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can someone give me a pic of chelsea dressing room
Yitbckmsu
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all this Chelsea fan insulting petit, I just feel sorry for you guys..he is telling the truth and you know it..Sancho is not better than Raheem S and they kicked R S out ...it's not rocket science
U.S.A402239
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Seriously, people need to all zip their mouths when it comes to Chelsea team and their players. Until they find that consistency that all are talking about, I do not care how many players to buy, nor do I care who stays or leaves! Please, zip it!!!
nopaciptuz
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petit is a petite with no tits
fihacepy
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This Petit is a coward. If Chelsea is a club without consistency, is it Man UTD that is consistent? All this former arsenal players will never allow people to breath because they just started entering top 4 thinking they have achieved everything.
Ozuor read and understand. If being relevant in a team is what Sancho is aiming for, then chelsea is not the team because he just another player they are trying. Which is not a permanent solution for him. His point.
Toñof
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This Petit is a coward. If Chelsea is a club without consistency, is it Man UTD that is consistent? All this former arsenal players will never allow people to breath because they just started entering top 4 thinking they have achieved everything.
He said they have too much players, that sancho is just one them
dennisachafu
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This Petit is a coward. If Chelsea is a club without consistency, is it Man UTD that is consistent? All this former arsenal players will never allow people to breath because they just started entering top 4 thinking they have achieved everything.
bm69
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The way this man is speaking, am tempted to ask of his age...if it's not andropause or something.
JentleVibez
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I don't like this Petit.. He's always got to say something negative about Chelsea. Maybe he should forget Chelsea and just stick with Arsenal.
Even if Sancho ends up playing, as much as he wants, what happens to the other talents already there? Soon disgruntled players and agents will start agitating for a move or causing problems for chelsea coach.
AyodejiSegun
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Believe me I’m a Chelsea fan this nailed it all if na you will you go to Chelsea
akeem”784
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dont question his motivation.. United manager told him he has tonfight for a place…. In a team where the POTM gets dropped, Garnacho in better form than Rashford since last season and still get dropped but Rashford starts every game and the manager tells rashford he will play home into form…
Wiabeloptz
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Petit is still a gooner at heart! That’s the reason why he is soooo anti-Chelsea!! The guy’s got nothing better to do, so he wastes his time badmouthing the blues!!🙄
clown
SEAN-DRE-OCHIM
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what is this man saying are you drunk?
Dodablotz
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Hi
Pamdeoruz
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Petit is still a gooner at heart! That’s the reason why he is soooo anti-Chelsea!! The guy’s got nothing better to do, so he wastes his time badmouthing the blues!!🙄
akpchoichinho001
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shut the fuck up petit
lipbcdnrt
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U are talking rubbish Petit
bazbdimpu
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Never knew Emmanuel Petit was a Chelsea legend shitty journalism 🤦🏿♂️ do you guys ever use your Google search engine before 🤦🏿♂️
Legend, my foot! Those calling Petit a Chelsea legend should know that playing for Chelsea doesn't automatically make one a Chelsea Legend. His comments should clearly tell you he is not. You would never hear Drogba, Terry, or Lambard poking fun at Chelsea, and that should tell you something about them.
luydknorsy
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Never knew Emmanuel Petit was a Chelsea legend shitty journalism 🤦🏿♂️ do you guys ever use your Google search engine before 🤦🏿♂️
even me bro ,why not calling him arsenal legend because that is where he was well recognize 🤔🤭
bazbdimpu
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Some stop talking nonsense, he's definitely right, Chelsea have about 8 wingers plus Sancho that's 9. tell me where he's going to play. maybe on the bench sha
Sure, what else would you say being a ManU fan?
bazbdimpu
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We true Chelsea fans, have no appetite for Petit's pettiness. Just a poor imitation of a pundit.
PrinceAbobyBlinkz
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I don't like this Petit.. He's always got to say something negative about Chelsea. Maybe he should forget Chelsea and just stick with Arsenal.
Some stop talking nonsense, he's definitely right, Chelsea have about 8 wingers plus Sancho that's 9. tell me where he's going to play. maybe on the bench sha