Why Manchester City decided not to insert a buyback clause when selling Cole Palmer to Chelsea

The situation involving Manchester City and Cole Palmer has resurfaced after the FIFA Club World Cup final.

After scoring two goals and providing one assist as Chelsea defeated PSG 3-0 in the showpiece event, cementing his status as one of the best players on the planet, many are again questioning why Manchester City sold the England international.

Chelsea managed to secure Cole Palmer for just £42.5m back in September 2023.

Not only…