“You Want to Be Famous?”: Mauricio Pochettino Hilariously Taunts Fan Asking for Photo

• Mauricio Pochettino was recently involved in a hilarious moment with a fan
• The Argentine took on his first interview in Chelsea colours where he made some bold claims
• Afterwards, he boldly set straight a fan who appeared to be caught in two minds after asking for a photo

After his first interview as the Blues boss, Mauricio Pochettino will surely have won Chelsea fans’ hearts or .

The former Tottenham manager began life as Chelsea manager at Cobahm training base, and has gone viral for his first public sentiments since moving to Stamford Bridge.

He was all smiles while leaving Cobahm, and was involved in an interesting moment with a fan as he left the training complex.

The fan stopped Pochettino’s van, and the manager was all too willing to engage him in conversation and photos.

However, while readying himself for the photo, the fan appeared to be distracted by cameras and Pochettino did not appreciate that, and he made his feelings known, albeit on a light note.

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“You want a picture with me or to be famous?” Pochettino could be heard asking the fan as per a video posted by Sky Sports.

Interestingly, the man in question also had several shirts for Pochettino to sign, including one affiliated to Southampton, and the 51-year old , despite his surprise, obliged to sign his former side’s shirt.

What Pochettino said

In his interview, Pochettino spoke on several things, including his feelings towards Chelsea ahead of a daunting task ahead of him in the new season.

Quite sensationally, the former PSG boss claimed Chelsea has been the biggest club in England over the last decade or so.

“In the last 10, 12, 15 years, Chelsea is the greatest team in England. I know very well the Premier League and what the culture of Chelsea means. I think our fans are excited to again be on the road of trying to win.” He said,

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As reported on Standard.co.uk, the manager also made reference to Chelsea’s recent transfer dealings that have seen several big names leave for Saudi Arabia.

In terms of incomings, the Blues are targeting Brighton’s Moises Caicedo and Celta Vigo starlet Gabri Veiga,

Haaland leads FPL prices

Sports Brief also reported on the new prices in the Fantasy Premier League, with Ering Haaland being the most expensive player.

Haaland is now set to begin the season with a stunning price of 14m euros. No other player has ever cost more, though the Norwegian now moves level with Thierry Henry, Robin Van Persie and Cristiano Ronaldo, who have in the past cost a similar figure.

Salah dropped from 13m euros to 12.5m euros. The three-time Golden Boot winner scored 19 goals last season despite Liverpool having a lacklustre season altogether