It really is a sly move from Chelsea. Puts the breaks on a London rival.
Apparently United wanted Mata from the start of the negotiations. Chelsea have several players in that position so United wanting one in return makes sense. All quality players.
However I just can't see it happening. It's a fairly big deal. At 37m surely Chelsea get Willian now?
It's €37m, not £37m - the money isn't the issue.
Spurs ITKs are at odds, some think he was at the training ground doing the meet and great/signing when the offer came through.
Most think Kia Joorabchian is behind all of this and wants a bigger cut of the deal, therefore spreading lies.
One thinks he asked and Baldini said no, so he;s whoring his player out as per usual.
One thinks Anzhi have now changed their mind, possibly to do with Chelsea's bid.
The most reliable ITK by a long shot last updated a few hours ago, saying that the hysteria was laughable and we will still sign him. Not sure whether he was referring to Willian 'considering his options' or the Chelsea bid.
Honestly, if the money grabbing fool would rather spend the season on Chelsea's bench - I couldn't care less. I would rather see Holtby be given the chance at us.