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Published on 2024-07-22 06:00:00
Tony Cascarino was questioned about Manchester City’s decision to sell Cole Palmer during the summer of 2023. Despite the departure of key players like Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus, City went on to win a historic treble in the same season. Gary Neville had criticized City’s replacements for not being as good as the players they replaced, but City proved their critics wrong by winning their fourth league title in a row.
Despite City’s success, Cascarino believed that selling Palmer was a mistake, especially with Kevin De Bruyne still at the club. Palmer had an impressive season at Chelsea, registering 22 goals and 11 assists in the Premier League. City will be relying on new signing Savinho to fill the void left by Palmer, hoping that he can develop into a top winger in the league. While wingers often struggle in their first season under Pep Guardiola, City will be looking for Savinho to show the same potential and mentality as Palmer.
City’s decision to sell Palmer may no longer be seen as an error if Savinho can prove himself as a top player in the league. The Brazilian’s development and potential will be closely monitored, with City hoping that he can replicate the success that Palmer found at Chelsea. While Cascarino criticized City’s timing in selling Palmer, the club will be looking towards Savinho to make up for the loss of a promising young talent.
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