Pochettino pressure Chelsea consider Amorim and De Zerbi for summer switch
The Guardian|March 05, 2024
Chelsea's desire to wait until the end of the season before reviewing Mauricio Pochettino's position has not stopped the club from identifying Rúben Amorim and Roberto De Zerbi as potential replacements for the Argentinian.
Jacob Steinberg
Pochettino pressure Chelsea consider Amorim and De Zerbi for summer switch

Pochettino, who was handed a two-year deal after arriving at Stamford Bridge last summer, faces an uncertain future after a mixed run of results. Supporters turned on the head coach during the 2-2 draw with Brentford last Saturday and there are doubts over whether the 52-year-old will be in charge next season.

Chelsea, who are 11th in the Premier League, remain determined not to make any kneejerk decisions and key figures within the hierarchy are still supportive of Pochettino.

Although results and performances have been inconsistent, there is a view that the side is moving in the right direction under the former Tottenham manager. Pochettino has not lost a youthful dressing room and has had to contend with injuries to influential players all season.

However the pressure on the former Southampton coach grew after Chelsea lost the Carabao Cup final to an injury-hit and inexperienced Liverpool side in extra time last month.

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