Chelsea supporters may find cause to back Tottenham this weekend, as the Blues stand to benefit from a substantial £24 million payout if their local rivals come through. Chelsea is seeking to offload players in order to balance their financial books after spending substantial sums on transfers in recent years.
One player who may be on the move is 19-year-old Lewis Hall, who is reportedly close to a permanent transfer to Newcastle. The deal bringing Hall to Newcastle includes an obligation to buy at the conclusion of his loan spell, contingent upon Newcastle finishing 15th or higher in the Premier League table.
Newcastle could effectively secure the payout for Chelsea by avoiding defeat against Tottenham in their upcoming match, securing a top 15 finish. Chelsea is relying on this sale to alleviate concerns regarding profit and sustainability rules after reporting a significant loss of £90.1 million for the 2022/23 campaign. The Premier League has been cracking down on teams that violate financial regulations, and Chelsea could face penalties if they do not adhere.
Former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness has warned that Chelsea may be on course for a significant violation unless they can employ some “very clever engineering” in the transfer market. While Chelsea maintains that they fully expect to comply with the regulations, there are concerns about their financial position, and it is possible that penalties could be imposed unless they make strategic moves in the transfer market.
As the weekend approaches, attention will be focused on Newcastle’s match against Tottenham, with Chelsea hoping for a positive outcome that could provide a much-needed £24 million boost. Will Tottenham play their part and assist Chelsea? Only time will tell.