Details Emerge on Why Chelsea Legend Quit Stamford Bridge

• Petr Cech reportedly decided to quit as Chelsea's Technical and Performance Advisor after a disagreement with Todd Boehly
• Cech is said to have felt isolated after he was ignored in key transfer decisions including that of Romelu Lukaku
• The legendary goalkeeper spent a total of 14 years with the Blues, with 11 of those coming as a player

Details have finally emerged on why Petr Cech decided to quit his lucrative role at Stamford Bridge.

It was announced on Monday, June 27, that the legendary goalkeeper will be leaving his role as Chelsea's Technical and Performance Advisor at the end of June.

In a brief statement shared on Chelsea's official website, Cech took time to pay tribute to the club as he thanked them for the opportunity to serve in the capacity he did.

"It has been a huge privilege to perform this role at Chelsea for the past three years. With the club under new ownership, I feel now is the right time for me to step aside," he said.

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The announcement took many by surprise as it was reportedly unexpected both from fans and new owner, Todd Boehly.

Why Petr Cech quit influential Chelsea role

Metro UK now reports that Cceh decided to quit Stamford Bridge after he disagreed with Boehly over a key transfer decision.

It is believed that the former Czech Republic international was opposed to Chelsea's move to loan Romelu Lukaku to Inter Milan.

According to The Telegraph, part of Cech’s decision to leave his role was based on the feeling that his influence in the transfer business had been diluted under the new ownership.

Previously, the former goalkeeper acted as a go-between for Chelsea managers and director Marina Granovskaia.

However, Granovskaia’s exit saw Boehly assume the role of ‘interim sporting director leaving Cech isolated.

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Romelu Lukaku gets heroic welcome in Milano

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Romelu Lukaku received a befitting reception as he touched down in Italy ahead of his return to Inter Milan.

A video capturing Lukaku's arrival in Italy showed a jubilant crowd eager to catch a glimpse of the Belgian chanting his name.

Lukaku is due to have a medical on Wednesday, June 29, to reunite with Inter after just one season away.