Carlton Cole expressed his disappointment over not joining Tottenham, as Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich blocked the move due to rivalry. He felt he could have been a key player for Spurs.
Describing his emotions, Cole stated, 'I sulked like a teenager for weeks, even though I was 23 at the time. I was disappointed, because I felt I could've made a difference in that Tottenham team.'
Cole detailed his determination to find regular playing time after struggling at Chelsea, noting that Spurs, particularly Martin Jol, were interested in signing him.
Despite being a fringe player at Chelsea with limited appearances and goals, Cole believed a move to Tottenham would have provided the opportunity he needed for development.
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