There are swirling rumours at Stamford Bridge as Mauricio Pochettino, who is Chelsea’s head coach, reaches a crucial point with an impending ‘ultimatum’ from the club’s board.
Pressure is mounting as Chelsea prepares for a thorough evaluation of Pochettino’s performance at the conclusion of his first season leading the Blues.
Throughout the season, Chelsea has faced challenges, particularly in the Premier League, where they have found it difficult to maintain consistent performance on the field.
Despite facing criticism, some pundits have come to Pochettino’s defense, highlighting broader structural issues within the club’s ownership as factors contributing to the team’s struggles.
This season, Pochettino did lead Chelsea to the Carabao Cup final, although they fell short of reaching the FA Cup final after a semi-final loss to Manchester City. Despite his achievements, he continues to face intense scrutiny.
Currently, Chelsea sits in seventh place in the Premier League standings, trailing Newcastle United in sixth by a narrow two points and Spurs in fifth by four points.
Responding to this situation, Chelsea’s board has reportedly given Pochettino a clear ultimatum: his job security depends on the team securing qualification for the Europa League. Failure to meet this requirement could jeopardize Pochettino’s future at Chelsea.
In such a scenario, the club may consider other coaching options, with several names already being mentioned, including Jose Mourinho as the frontrunner, according to Sky Bet, as well as Ruben Amorim from Sporting Lisbon and Roberto De Zerbi from Brighton.