As mentioned in the Argus story (although a few on here didn't believe me) these signings were "Brexit Punts" in the belief that a work permit would be easier post Brexit.
I assume they heard it from the same source.
It is bollocks by the way and I've heard from am immaculate source. Player available and strong likelihood rules would change post-Brexit.
Being forced to sell again, merely a "backstop".
Chelsea scooping up players available to play in the UK/pan EU is a different kettle of fish.