‘I think’… Where Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino thinks he’s going to be next season
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The fate of Chelsea’s manager, Mauricio Pochettino, is set to be decided at the season’s end. With only a year left on his contract, Pochettino’s future will be evaluated during Chelsea’s end-of-season review, as reported by The Telegraph.
This season has been far from what Todd Boehly and his associates envisioned. Chelsea has failed to secure a spot in the Champions League, marking a significant disappointment. However, recent victories against Nottingham Forest, West Ham United, and Tottenham Hotspur have reignited hopes for clinching the final Europa League spot. Notably, journalist Simon Phillips has revealed that Manchester United, one of Chelsea’s Premier League rivals, has shown interest in Pochettino.
The journey this season has seen more troughs than peaks for both Pochettino and Chelsea. Despite this, the Argentine remains confident about retaining his position. According to a report from CaughtOffside, Pochettino is convinced he will still be at Stamford Bridge next season.
With two more games left in this campaign, the situation remains tense. If Chelsea falters and misses out on European qualification, Pochettino’s confidence could quickly erode. Should Mauricio Pochettino feel secure in his role?
At the moment, it’s understandable why the 52-year-old isn’t in a state of panic. European qualification is largely within Chelsea’s grasp. Although it isn’t assured, as Manchester United’s potential FA Cup victory could complicate matters, succeeding in their remaining matches would bolster Pochettino’s chances of staying in west London beyond the summer.
Conversely, failure to secure Europe could very well spell the end of Pochettino’s tenure. Nonetheless, given Chelsea’s recent improvement in form, Pochettino has reasons for optimism. He can also argue that the numerous injuries his team has faced this season are a significant factor in their struggles, supporting his case to remain at the helm.
