Chelsea’s owners have reportedly told Graham Potter they have no intention of sacking him and he must battle through the boos.
The Blues have only won two of their last 14 matches in all competitions and were beaten 1-0 by bottom-of-the-table Southampton on Saturday afternoon.
When the full-time whistle was blown at Stamford Bridge, it was greeted with loud boos – largely aimed at Potter – and the team are now in 10th position, 10 points below the top four.
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There have been reports that the players are starting to question whether Potter is the right man to lead the club going forward, but Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali are standing by him.
According to the Telegraph, the former Brighton manager was told to ‘put on his tin hat’ and fight through the criticism he is receiving – and could continue to.
Even if Chelsea lose again this week to Tottenham – a game Boehly will attend – the London club still have no intention of sacking Potter.
They want to allow him to complete the current campaign, regardless of how bad things get, while they are conscious of the hugs squad upheaval he has had to oversee and endure.
Boehly and Eghbali want to ensure that Potter has a full campaign in charge of the club next season – with a less chaotic summer window – before making more evaluations in the summer of 2024.
There is a recognition, however, that results and displays do need to start improving, but a win over Spurs followed by progress in the UEFA Champions League would shift the mood considerably.
According to the Telegraph, Chelsea’s owners have been impressed with the way Potter has continued to carry himself and that was evident against Southampton.
Although some fans questioned the decision to rest so many vital players for the game, Potter has been applauded within the club for putting their safety ahead of any fears he may have over his job.
Chelsea’s medical team felt none of Reece James, Thiago Silva, Kai Havertz, Mudryk or Raheem Sterling should start and Potter’s decision to follow that advice has received backing – and appreciation of the Chelsea board.
