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Chelsea's Boehly: Cucurella Signing Fueled by City Interest

3/2/2026

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Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly says Cucurella was signed in 2022 mainly because Manchester City showed interest.
He served as interim sporting director during a chaotic summer and admitted his lack of experience evaluating players.
Chelsea bought Cucurella for over £60 million from Brighton, and he has become a key player.
Chelsea has spent more than £1.5 billion on transfers since Boehly's takeover.

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Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly says Cucurella was signed in 2022 mainly because Manchester City showed interest.
He served as interim sporting director during a chaotic summer and admitted his lack of experience evaluating players.
Chelsea bought Cucurella for over £60 million from Brighton, and he has become a key player.
Chelsea has spent more than £1.5 billion on transfers since Boehly's takeover.