Chelsea FC announced the departure of Mauricio Pochettino by mutual consent.
Chelsea confirms Mauricio Pochettino sacking
Sporting Directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley expressed their gratitude for Pochettino’s service, wishing him well in his future endeavours.
In a joint cub statement, Pochettino thanked the Chelsea ownership and sporting directors for the opportunity, stating:
“Thank you to the Chelsea ownership group and Sporting Directors for the opportunity to be part of this football club’s history. The Club is now well positioned to keep moving forward in the Premier League and Europe in the years to come.”
Pochettino and his coaching staff, including Jesus Perez, Miguel d’Agostino, Toni Jimenez, and Sebastiano Pochettino, have also left the club.
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Pochettino stats as Chelsea manager
Mauricio Pochettino’s tenure at Chelsea was marked by challenges and moderate successes.
Here are some key statistics from his time as manager:
- Win Percentage: Pochettino achieved a win percentage of approximately 45%. This figure is below the high expectations set by Chelsea’s history and previous managers.
- Points per Game: Under Pochettino, Chelsea managed an average of 1.45 points per game. This showcases the team’s struggle to secure consistent victories and accumulate points in the Premier League.
- League Position: Chelsea managed to secure a top-six position in the league, even after dropping points against lower-ranked teams such as Burnley and Sheffield United.
- Performance in Key Matches: Pochettino’s Chelsea showed resilience in high-stakes matches, including a dramatic stoppage-time comeback against Manchester United, but struggled to maintain momentum, often losing or drawing subsequent games.
Does this mark the return of Thomas Tuchel?
Speculation has been rife about the potential return of Thomas Tuchel to Chelsea. Tuchel, currently managing Bayern Munich, has expressed openness to returning to Chelsea, particularly due to the challenges faced by his current club in the Bundesliga, where Bayern Munich is trailing in the title race.
Thomas Tuchel previously led Chelsea to significant success, including winning the Champions League in 2021. Despite his achievements, Tuchel was dismissed following a change in ownership at Chelsea.
With the departure of Pochettino, there are suggestions that Tuchel might consider a return to Stamford Bridge.
Tuchel has also been linked with other high-profile clubs, including Manchester United, given the uncertainties surrounding Erik ten Hag’s future at Old Trafford.
