A deal that seemed done, involving Paulinho’s move to Chelsea, will have to wait for the end of the World Cup to be settled.
The transfer should be facilitated by different factors. First, the same broker to bring Paulinho to White Hart Lane, has a good relationship with Chelsea and is the same individual who brought Willian to Mourinho’s team.
Paulinho involved with his National team
Paulinho facing Chelsea with his former club, Corinthians
Moreover, Paulinho did not have a very good season at Tottenham, despite costing €21M, which would favor his move to Mou’s side; especially since, according to Goal.com the Portuguese already made it known that he considers Spurs' midfielder a good prospect for Lampard's replacement.
Scolari together with his protégé, whom he guaranteed the starting spot in the Brazil World Cup
Furthermore, according to Goal.com, Chelsea stated that they would make a formal offer after the World Cup, which will put some pressure on the Brazilian’s performance, considering his future, and not only the World Cup, will depend on it.
Paulinho during one of his few appearances for Tottenham
Finally, Paulinho himself admitted to personal dissatisfaction. The Brazilian said:
"I understand the team rotation because that’s how it works here but I am not feeling well or comfortable. I want to be present. I want to play."
Now it's up to Chelsea.
Paulinho's stats for the current season
