Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has called for Chelsea to be stripped of their 2016-17 Premier League title, citing financial rule breaches. The Argentine, now coaching the US national team, claims the club made illegal payments that gave them an unfair advantage. Pochettino, who led Tottenham to a runners-up finish that season, believes the title should have gone to his former team.
Chelsea admitted to £47 million in secret payments during the 2016-17 season, which the club acknowledged violated financial regulations. Pochettino has argued that these payments, which were not disclosed, created an uneven playing field. He has also suggested that Tottenham should have been awarded the title retrospectively.
The Premier League has not yet commented on Pochettino’s claims. However, the issue remains a topic of debate among fans and analysts. Pochettino has emphasized that his stance is based on the rules and fairness, not personal rivalry. His comments have sparked renewed interest in the historic title race between Tottenham and Chelsea.
Pochettino has also mentioned that he would have returned to Tottenham if asked, even if the club had been relegated. His remarks highlight the ongoing controversy surrounding the 2016-17 season and the potential for historical re-evaluation.
