Juan Mata

[kellzfresh 7,229]

What a load of rubbish! I am Glad this coward is gone!

Seriously, can we ban this guy??

[Svita 10 186]

What a load of rubbish! I am Glad this coward is gone!

I wish ban for you. Idiot

[Azpinator 2,325]

My ignore list grows bigger by the day.

[The Mak 4,459]

Just as I start to think I'm getting over it, he goes and posts all this stuff....

And by the fucking way:

"From feeling like an important player, I started to experience some difficult situation and felt unable to help the team to the extent that I wanted and was used to...I look forward to being happy and to enjoy what I like the most: play football"

The last thing i'll say is on this: '(I wish) to keep being happy and to make the people around me happy. At the end, that is what life is about! '.

Those are the words Mata used in his blog just under 3 weeks ago. You heard Mourinho, he wasn't happy here anymore. He tried to adapt to Mourinho, he tried to change, he was doing the best he could but it just wasn't enough apparently. Juan is happy when he plays his football and that's pretty much all he needs - he wasn't getting that here. So for people to start holding stuff against him and belittling his accomplishments here, well, it just goes to show how little they know about the man and in general.

Adios amigo. I genuinely hope you become happy again.

I hope those idiots disrespecting him throughout the past couple of days made themselves feel a lot better about the whole thing. Probably the classiest guy we've had and he didn't deserve any abuse in the slightest. Obviously, he was too classy for some.

Thanks again Juan, you absolute gent of a human being.

[TacticalBlues 2,817]

We have freed a slave. That's the way I look at it. In all seriousness though, I'm pretty sure It's Mourinho's arrogance that has stolen Mata form you all. Think about it.

You were always going to be a better team with or without Mata. You can't really use that as reasoning to justify the Mata situation. Mourinoho is a top manager - there was a place in your team for Mata if he really wanted to keep him. We all know it. Why lie to yourself. He's been given chances you say? After being frozen out for long periods, and made to know that Jose doesn't want him around? It's a bit hard to become a world beater under those circumstances.

I see where you are coming from with his style of play - yes we have a problem with him and Rooney, IF we play wingers. We could go for an interchanging 3. Even if Mata is put out on a wing, he is more than capable of playing as an inside forward. He won't be running down th wing and crossing. He'll be effective there. We aren't Chelsea either, we won't need to rely only on Mata. Rooney and RvP are more than capable of doing deadly damage alone. So building the team around Mata really isn't necessary for us.

No, but we are apparently signing Sergio Aguero next season, after taking both Chelsea's and Arsenal's POTY. Best players!

We must be dying like you all hope. ROFL.

I actually like Hazard. I'm not bitter in the slightest, if that's what you're hinting at. When I say like, I mean as a footballer. He's clearly a money grabber though, so I don't mind that we missed out on him.

Are you the major antagonist around here? You need better bait.

Laugh all you like. You're crying deep down. Enjoy.

Mate as Mata explicitly said he never he wanted to leave our great club. Enjoy fighting for 5th spot. Can't wait for Madrid to bid for him because a top player deserves a top club. A clubs in your state won't be able to resist! Speaking of money grabbers enjoy Rooney for a few more years after your "great" club pathetically bows down to his demands again. Also hearing Barcelona want Van Persie! Good luck holding on to him with his track record! But don't worry I'm sure the Chosen One will stay and build a great team for the future! Smalling, Jones, Cleverley and Welbeck *pwhooaaar* That's a heck of spine!!!

[The Mak 4,459]

DP

[kellzfresh 7,229]

What a load of rubbish! I am Glad this coward is gone!

Seriously, can we ban this guy??

[lionsden 4,689]

MATA'S letter on his website

"I never forget: thanks, Chelsea!"

Juan Mata Chelsea goodbye with an emotional letter

Hi everyone, As you can imagine this is a very important day in my life, and with these lines I would like to express the memories and emotions that come to me as I write. This letter is written from my heart, and first of all I would like to say that I will never forget all the affection given to me by the Chelsea fans. From the very first day until the last. With your support and affection I have grown up as a player and I have had an amazing time both on and off the pitch. I will always feel the gratitude towards you. Always. No words are enough to give back all the things I have received. There has been plenty of good moments: the FA Cup, my first trophy as a Blue; the immense happiness of winning titles for the first time in the club's history, such as that magical Champions League night in Munich and the Europa League... On the other hand, I have experienced some complicated situations from a personal point of view, mainly during the last six months. Every message I got through the social media, every nice word you have said to me on the street, and of course, your support in the stadium, has made me feel incredibly proud of the Chelsea fans; you deserve a team like the one you've got, with so many fantastic players. I won't forget the faith you put in me when I was given the player of the year award the last two seasons. I feel really proud and I will never forget those nights. Thank you so much for the way you have treated me, you have been unbelievable. I hope you understand that after going through a complicated and, for me, new situation in the last few months, I believe this is the best choice in order to carry on with my football career and to keep enjoying this sport. Before last summer, my intention was to stay here for a long time; as long as the club wanted me to, and to keep winning trophies for Chelsea FC. This is how happy I was in the club and in the city. However, as you all know, things changed after the preseason. From feeling like an important player, I started to experience some difficult situations and I felt unable to help the team to the extent that I wanted and was used to. Obviously, I fully respect the circumstances. Football is a team sport and it's not easy to play regularly in such a good squad. In sports you may win or lose, but the most important thing is to give everything. I hope you know and feel that I have always done so. In every game, in every training session, without exception. I have always tried my best for the club. I would like to emphasise the affection, admiration and respect that I've had for my former team mates since the first day. I want to thank the captains for their help and understanding at all times. They made me feel comfortable when I arrived and they have supported me throughout the difficult times this season. I thank all my former team mates for these two and a half years and I wish them the best, personally and professionally, for the future. Of course I have been closer to some of them, but the most important thing is that my years in Chelsea have left me with great friends. Friends forever, football rivalries aside. I also want to highlight the day-to-day job of every member of the Chelsea staff: medical team, kit men, staff at Cobham and Stamford Bridge, media and marketing department, Chelsea TV team... All of them are very important in making this club a great one. Thank you for your treatment and your efforts to make the life of the players easier. Furthermore, thanks to every manager I have had the pleasure to work with during my time here. They have all been a big help for my progression as a player. I have always respected their decisions, whatever they were; they made me more mature and a stronger person. You learn from everything, and certain situations make you think about other team mates who are coping with similar situations more regularly. Thank you Andre for giving me the opportunity to join Chelsea FC. Without your support, none of this would have happened. To Robbie and Rafa, for their unlimited trust in me. And to Jose, for making me a stronger player, because in difficult moments, I have learnt to remain positive and to keep working hard. Lastly, I want to thank the Club, and in particular its owner, Roman Abramovich, for trusting me and making an important investment when signing me. Also for their understanding regarding my situation over the last months. I'm very glad to have been part of the squad that made his and our dream come true: winning the Champions League on that unforgettable night in Munich. Additionally, my years in Chelsea have been profitable for the club, which I'm very pleased about. I want to make clear that the stage that now comes to an end has been extremely important for me, personally and professionally. Although many of you, like myself, never thought this moment would come, this is football and a new chapter is about to begin. I would have liked to say good bye to all of you in the stadium, or in a press conference, but it has not been possible. I'm sure, i will be able to do it in the future, because is what you deserve. Evidently, today is a day of mixed feelings, remembering the past and looking forward to the future and what it has to bring. I look forward to being happy and to enjoy what I like the most: play football. I will never forget my time in Chelsea and the affection I take with me, I will keep forever. I wish you the best. A big hug to all of you. THANK YOU so much, Juan

http://www.juanmata10.com/index.php?seccion=noticias&id=4102

You can tell he didn't plan on this, he loved it here.

Sorry about the lack of structure, this is how it is on his site too. EDIT: Updated English version

It's not an exaggeration when I say he's the classiest player in the EPL.

[The Skipper 20,593]

A helicopter entry, how nauseating

God I'm bored of talking about mata, goodbye, come on Chelsea must beat Stoke.

Don't come into the thread with your crap then, simple.

[Amblève. 4,995]

What a load of rubbish! I am Glad this coward is gone!

A helicopter entry

Smfh.

[Tomo 21,733]

The awkward moment when Moyes shows Mata videos of Fellaini at Everton and telling the Spaniard that's his role for United.

[Pacquiao 1,834]

his message on instagram (after doing his medical and his deal with united), shows just how much CHELSEA meant to the guy.

"fans" who were hating him, calling him names (coward, seriously??) should be ASHAMED of themselves. Grow up guys, grow the fuck up!!!!

He is a coward im afraid! People like Luiz and Azpi are fighters who want to be part of this team! Mata is a coward who couldn't wait to jump ship because things were not going his way!

[The only place to be 11,313]

We have freed a slave. That's the way I look at it. In all seriousness though, I'm pretty sure It's Mourinho's arrogance that has stolen Mata form you all. Think about it.

You were always going to be a better team with or without Mata. You can't really use that as reasoning to justify the Mata situation. Mourinoho is a top manager - there was a place in your team for Mata if he really wanted to keep him. We all know it. Why lie to yourself. He's been given chances you say? After being frozen out for long periods, and made to know that Jose doesn't want him around? It's a bit hard to become a world beater under those circumstances.

I see where you are coming from with his style of play - yes we have a problem with him and Rooney, IF we play wingers. We could go for an interchanging 3. Even if Mata is put out on a wing, he is more than capable of playing as an inside forward. He won't be running down th wing and crossing. He'll be effective there. We aren't Chelsea either, we won't need to rely only on Mata. Rooney and RvP are more than capable of doing deadly damage alone. So building the team around Mata really isn't necessary for us.

No, but we are apparently signing Sergio Aguero next season, after taking both Chelsea's and Arsenal's POTY. Best players!

We must be dying like you all hope. ROFL.

I actually like Hazard. I'm not bitter in the slightest, if that's what you're hinting at. When I say like, I mean as a footballer. He's clearly a money grabber though, so I don't mind that we missed out on him.

Are you the major antagonist around here? You need better bait.

Laugh all you like. You're crying deep down. Enjoy.

One word.

Moyes.

:tophat:

[The_Flash 1,144]

Don't come into the thread with your crap then, simple.

I'll say what I want skipper, I disagree I am entitled as are you. But don't tell me what to do

He is a coward im afraid! People like Luiz and Azpi are fighters who want to be part of this team! Mata is a coward who couldn't wait to jump ship because things were not going his way!

At least you have the balls to speak the truth, credit to you

[JayC 171]

@JayC, If you continue to wind up the members of this forum you will face a warning or worse. Thanks.

I'm not winding anybody up. Grow up, and learn to accept other people have different opinions.

[Pacquiao 1,834]

Seriously, can we ban this guy??

I wish ban for you. Idiot

Ban for what? for having an opinion? Mata is a coward in my eyes!! simple!

[kobematabryant 400]

Losing Mata this way is like losing a family member in a car crash. So unexpected and so undeserving......

[laura90 556]

Every picture I've seen of Mata, he might be smiling but there is no smile in his eye. He looks very unhappy to have left.

Football is all about business. You know it very well. It's not about emotions. He went to a highest bidder. It's that simple.

Other option was maybe rotting on the bench and hoping that with hard work he will develop abilities he could never have and adapt to a system he couldn't cope with.