Reports have claimed that Newcastle United already believe they have done amazing business bringing Lewis Hall in from Chelsea.
According to iNews, insiders have been saying that they think the price they secured the youngster for was ‘too good to be true’.
In a window where the Blues have been selling a number of first team players, the sale of Hall may be one that many feel they regret.
Breaking into the first team when the club was at their lowest, he made an immediate impact playing largely out of position at left-back.
Despite this, he was a creative force, with only poor finishing stopping him recording a handful of assists in his debut season.
However, an offer from his boyhood club came in which the Blues could not refuse.
They authorised the sale despite reports just a few weeks ago that he had signed a new long-term contract to remain at the side he had come through the academy with.
They are already pretty stacked in the left-back role. Ben Chilwell is the clear first choice off the back of being named the new vice-captain.
As well as the Englishman, Ian Maatsen has returned from his loan move at Burnley by firmly establishing himself in Mauricio Pochettino’s plans.
Despite the large fee received, the Blues have undoubtedly strengthened a rival for the top four not just this season, but also for the long-term future.
They will be hoping this one doesn’t come back to bite them, with Hall expected to make his debut for his new club in the coming games.
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