Joe Cole: Barcelona's Sale of Marc Guiu Was Unbelievable
Former Chelsea forward Joe Cole expresses astonishment at Barcelona's decision to sell young talent Marc Guiu, who recently achieved a hat-trick for Chelsea.
In a standout performance during the sixth week of the UEFA Europa Conference League, Chelsea secured a commanding 5-1 victory over Shamrock Rovers. The match's highlight was 18-year-old forward Marc Guiu, who netted his first hat-trick for the Blues.
Guiu, a product of Barcelona's famed La Masia academy, was sold to Chelsea earlier this season. This move has drawn significant criticism towards Barcelona's management for letting such a promising talent depart.
Former Chelsea and England forward Joe Cole commented on Guiu's performance: "I can't believe Barcelona let him go so easily. Watching him play at just 18, it's clear he has the potential to become an incredible number nine for Chelsea in the next couple of years. He plays with such composure and joy; it's truly remarkable. Honestly, I think Barcelona made a real mistake by letting him leave."