Former Chelsea midfielder Mikel Obi has criticised the membership’s latest struggles below supervisor Enzo Maresca. He believes that if Roman Abramovich had been nonetheless the proprietor, Maresca would have already misplaced his job.
Chelsea suffered a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion, dropping to sixth place within the Premier League. This has raised issues amongst followers and former gamers.
Mikel Obi Questions Chelsea’s Recruitment
Mikel, a key participant in Chelsea’s 2012 UEFA Champions League win, additionally criticised the membership’s latest signings. He believes their recruitment has not been ok, contributing to the crew’s poor performances.
To date this season, Chelsea have dropped factors in 13 of their 25 league matches, with six defeats and 7 attracts. As soon as thought of title contenders, they’re now combating to safe a top-four end.
“Abramovich Would Not Have Been Affected person”
Chelsea had been recognized for shortly sacking managers below Abramovich. Talking on The ObiOne Podcast, Mikel mentioned issues would have been totally different up to now.
“That might have been a disaster again within the day. The helicopter would have landed by now, and whoever was in cost could be gone. No two methods about it.”
Though Mikel will not be calling for Maresca to be sacked, he’s annoyed with Chelsea’s decline. He believes the membership wants higher planning to enhance outcomes.
Chelsea’s Board Stands by Maresca
Regardless of stress from followers and former gamers, Chelsea’s administration have determined to help Maresca for now, in response to GOAL.
The membership are nonetheless competing within the UEFA Convention League and have an opportunity to complete within the Premier League’s high 4. Nevertheless, Maresca might want to enhance outcomes shortly to ease issues about his future.
