Jadon Sancho’s transfer saga lasted for almost the entire transfer window. Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain were in the mix – staying at Man United as well, especially after he allegedly reconciled with Erik ten Hag. However, in the end, Sancho, out of the blue, ended up at Chelsea, which brought him on a one-year loan with a mandatory buyout clause worth 30 million euros.Welcome to Chelsea, Jadon! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/9VvrOR77lk— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 31, 2024 The winger gave his first interview after joining Chelsea to the club’s official website and reflected on various topics. First, his impressions and feelings concerning the transfer as well as his football idols.”I’m really excited to be here. London is where I grew up and I’m happy to be back. It’s been a bit crazy. Obviously, it was the last day of the transfer window so it’s expected to be a bit crazy, but I’m really happy it’s all finally done. Chelsea is iconic. My idols growing up were Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard and now I have the opportunity to play for this club like them. It’s a great feeling,” said Sancho.The biggest loser of the transfer window in EuropeSpeaking of the reasons why he eventually chose the Blues, the 24-year-old specifically highlighted one name – Enzo Maresca.”I think it’s the manager who really drew me to the project. I knew him from his time with Pep Guardiola in Manchester City. He spoke to me on the phone about this project and what he was building here, and for a young player like myself it’s exciting and I can’t wait to get started. They’re signing me for a reason and to contribute to the team, and I’m ready to do that,” the winger stated.It’s official – Jadon is a Blue. 💙 pic.twitter.com/sl55QHuHjT— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 31, 2024 Ultimately, he touched on the Italian’s style of play as well as the new teammates he knew from before.”I enjoy his style of play. The wingers when they get on the ball, he loves them to go one versus one and be direct. We play a lot of one-twos with the 10s and the striker combination plays. It’s very attractive and it’s a style that I play. I know Tosin and Cole Palmer – he was younger than me when I was at City. I haven’t had a chance to speak to them yet, but I’m sure I will soon. They’re going to be looking out for me, I’m sure. I want to bring goals and assists. I’m a skilful player and I want to bring excitement to the Bridge. Hopefully, it will turn out well,” Sancho concluded.Chelsea today face Crystal Palace (15.30), but Sancho won’t be eligible for that game. Instead, he’ll have a chance to debut after the international break, on September 14, when the Blues travel to Bournemouth.PREMIER LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 3SaturdayArsenal – Brighton 1-1 (1-0)/Havertz 38 – Pedro 58/Ipswich – Fulham 1-1 (1-1)/Delap 15 – Traore 32/Leicester – Aston Villa 1-2 (0-1)/Buonanotte 73 – Onana 28, Duran 63/Everton – Bournemouth 2-3 (0-0)/Keane 50, Calvert-Lewin 57 – Semenyo 87, Cook 90+2, Sinisterra 90+6/Brentford – Southampton 3-1 (1-0)/Mbeumo 43, 65, Wissa 69 – Sugawara 90+5/Not.Forest – Wolverhampton 1-1 (1-1)/Wood 10 – Bellegarde 12/West Ham – Man.City 1-3 (1-2)/Dias 19 og – Haaland 10, 30, 83/Sunday15:30: (1.65) Chelsea (3.80) Crystal Palace (5.40)15:30: (2.55) Newcastle (3.90) Tottenham (2.60)18:00: (3.80) Man.Utd. (4.10) Liverpool (1.95)***odds are subject to change***
