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'I cried when I left Chelsea' - Duff airs Stamford Bridge regret

The former Republic of Ireland international admits he departed the Blues at the wrong time and says he had several opportunities to join Liverpool

Damien Duff admits to having cried after sealing a move away from Chelsea, with the former Republic of Ireland international conceding that he made “the wrong call”.

He had enjoyed three productive seasons with the Blues when the decision was taken to head for Newcastle in 2006.

Duff had played a leading role in two Premier League title wins at Stamford Bridge and a League Cup triumph under Jose Mourinho.

Some of the best football of his career was produced during his time with Chelsea, with his efforts on one flank complemented on the opposite side of the field by Arjen Robben.