Troy Deeney criticizes Marc Cucurella's move to Real Madrid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 12:25 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Troy Deeney has criticized Marc Cucurella in light of his recent transfer from Chelsea to Real Madrid. Deeney claims Cucurella was part of the issues that plagued Chelsea last season, which resulted in a 10th place finish in the Premier League. The transfer, potentially worth £52 million, includes performance-related bonuses and follows Cucurella's public criticisms of Chelsea's management. According to reports, new Madrid manager Jose Mourinho was instrumental in securing the transfer. Deeney emphasizes personal accountability for performance rather than blaming others, as Cucurella previously did.
- •Marc Cucurella transfers to Real Madrid for up to £52 million.
- •Troy Deeney calls out Cucurella’s role in Chelsea's poor season.
- •Cucurella publicly criticized Chelsea's management decisions.
- •Jose Mourinho played a key role in Madrid's pursuit of Cucurella.
- •Cucurella made 163 appearances for Chelsea over four years.
- 12:25 PMYahoo Sports — Troy Deeny rips into Marc Cucurella after move from Chelsea to Real Madrid
"Former Premier League striker Troy Deeney has ripped into outgoing Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella ahead of his big-money move to Real Madrid.The 37-year-old claims Cucurella was part of the problem t...
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