Soccer-Pochettino says 'crazy to think' he won't be involved in Chelsea's Jan transfer window

Soccer Football - Chelsea introduce new manager Mauricio Pochettino - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - July 7, 2023 Chelsea's new manager Mauricio Pochettino during the press conference Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs/File Photo

(Reuters) - Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino said he is confident of having a say when the Premier League side embarks on strengthening the squad in the January transfer window, insisting there is "good communication" with the club's hierarchy.

The Argentine, who was hired in May, previously called the club to delve further into the transfer market if they are to improve, having already spent around 1 billion pounds ($1.27 billion) on new players since a U.S.-led takeover in 2022.