After suffering two devastating defeats, morale within the Chelsea team has taken a significant hit, raising concerns about the actions of certain players.
Following a disheartening 4-2 loss to Wolves at home on Sunday, Chelsea plummeted to 11th place in the Premier League standings. This defeat came just days after conceding four goals against Liverpool.
Under the leadership of Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea finds themselves trailing 15 points behind Aston Villa, who currently occupy the fourth position and the final automatic Champions League spot.
While pressure mounts on Argentine coach Pochettino, Chelsea’s financial situation reportedly prevents them from terminating his contract, despite the growing discontent among fans and players alike.
Thiago Silva’s wife, Belle, took to Twitter to express her belief that Pochettino should be sacked even before the conclusion of Sunday’s game, further exacerbating tensions within the club.
The recruitment team at Chelsea is also facing scrutiny, with questions arising about their effectiveness in acquiring suitable talent for the squad.
According to reports from the Daily Mail, morale among the players is at its lowest point since Pochettino assumed the managerial role, with an atmosphere of apprehension prevailing within the camp.
There seems to be a culture at Cobham that encourages players to leave the training complex promptly after sessions, rather than engaging in socializing with teammates and staff, a practice commonly observed among other Premier League clubs.
Additionally, concerns have been raised regarding the players’ receptiveness to analytical data, as some have struggled to accept constructive criticism.
Chelsea’s recruitment strategy has focused on acquiring young, promising talent, but this approach has its limitations, particularly in terms of integrating players accustomed to specific tactical frameworks into Pochettino’s system.
Following the defeat against Wolves, Pochettino openly admitted that the team’s performance was not up to par, taking full responsibility for the situation. He emphasized the need for players to take accountability and acknowledged that they must strive to uphold the club’s standards.
