Graham Potter

Calls for Graham Potter to be dismissed as Chelsea boss came after another disappointing result on Sunday afternoon but there has been no sign of a ...

[Zinedine Zidane and Todd Boehly's world-class options to replace Graham Potter](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/chelsea-next-manager-potter-boehly-26283676) [Who is Behdad Egbali? And after the game, [the club issued a short statement on their social media](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/chelsea-graham-potter-message-tottenham-26336497) that read: "Time to stick together." Potter's men are now 14 points behind Spurs - with [Chelsea closer to the relegation zone.](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/chelsea-player-ratings-vs-tottenham-26335623) Here's what some of them have had to say... They want to do better and want to win. The Blues fell to yet another defeat on Sunday as London rivals Tottenham ran out 2-0 winners in north London.

A remarkable record for Arsenal this season showcases Chelsea's dramatic slump over the course of the 2022/23 campaign. The two London rivals had ...

[Glenn Hoddle](https://www.football.london/all-about/glenn-hoddle) in 1993. [Manchester United](https://www.football.london/all-about/manchester-united) and Everton, along with a 1-1 draw at Southampton, winning the remaining 10. This victory for [Mikel Arteta’s](https://www.football.london/all-about/mikel-arteta) side took their away points tally to a whopping 31, seven points clear of next-best [Manchester City](https://www.football.london/all-about/manchester-city), from 13 matches. The two London rivals had contrasting fortunes during the latest weekend in the [Premier League](https://www.football.london/all-about/premier-league). Following the defeat at Spurs on Sunday, Chelsea's dismal run continued, having won just one game and scored four goals across 11 matches in 2023. [Chelsea’s](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/) dramatic slump over the course of the 2022/23 campaign.

Premier League: Graham Potter currently seems to be having a nightmare season with Chelsea. The new boss who joined Chelsea in October, 2022, has spoken out ...

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Chelsea were beaten 2-0 at London rivals Tottenham on Sunday afternoon to crank up the pressure on Graham Potter as the Blues lose third successive game in ...

Chelsea fell to a 1-0 defeat at the Signal Iduna Park in the first-leg on February 15 but played well and were unfortunate not to score on the night. [Chelsea](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/chelsea-fc) made eight new signings in January, which has forced Potter into a selection dilemma, both for his first XI and the bench, given only Jorginho was allowed to leave. Chelsea face relegation-threatened Leeds on Saturday in what could be said as a 'must-win', before they take on Borussia Dortmund in the second-leg of their last-16 Despite those wholesale changes, it was the same old story for Chelsea, who haven't been able to string a succession of victories under new boss Potter yet. Meanwhile, Potter could be in for an even bigger decision when a handful of his unavailable crew return to action. It was a result that put even more pressure on Potter, who has been criticised for the nature of his side's losses but he has had some difficult decisions to make. The ex-Brighton boss said that Trevoh Chalobah, Marc Cucurella, Carney Chukwuemeka and David Datro Fofana were "unfortunate" to be left out. [Let us know in the comments below!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/graham-potter-chelsea-premier-league-29325993#comments-wrapper) [Chelsea](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/chelsea-fc) players were left in shock after failing to make the bench for the Blues' defeat at [Tottenham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/tottenham-hotspur-fc) on Sunday. [Southampton](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/southampton-fc). [Telegraph](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/02/27/graham-potter-faces-make-break-games-despite-backing-chelsea/), more than one of those players was 'shocked' to find out they would not even be on the substitutes' bench. [Harry Kane](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/harry-kane) ensured Graham Potter's side stretched their winless run to five [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) matches and therefore remain 10th in the table.

Chelsea manager Graham Potter could be facing a critical two-game period that will make or break his time in the Stamford Bridge dugout.

However, a conflicting report from [The Athletic](https://theathletic.com/4256308/2023/02/27/graham-potter-chelsea-vs-leeds/?source=emp_shared_article) instead claims that Chelsea are not planning to sack Potter and will continue to give him time turn to turn things around. It is believed that failure to win any of their next two matches would create a situation where the club and players feel there is no way back. And while the focus has been on giving Potter time to oversee a rebuilding process, [The Telegraph](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/02/27/graham-potter-faces-make-break-games-despite-backing-chelsea/) report that he now faces a make or break period over the next two games, with owners and senior players now growing concerned with the rut they are stuck in.

Chelsea suffered yet another defeat as they lost to Tottenham Hotspur as the pressure continues to pile on Graham Potter.

If Potter can’t point them in the right direction, Chelsea will need someone else to clean up everything. I know the personality and quality in the team. It’s also true that Chelsea lack a true number nine, although Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been drafted back into the first team of late. “I know the responsibility,” Potter said after losing to Tottenham. “I haven't done enough at this club to have too much good faith,” Potter admitted afterwards, conceding that this five-month spell as Chelsea manager to date hasn’t gone as planned. Graham Potter had the look of a resigned man after Chelsea’s 2-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.

Chelsea manager Graham Potter could be facing a critical two-game period that will make or break his time in the Stamford Bridge dugout.

However, a conflicting report from [The Athletic](https://theathletic.com/4256308/2023/02/27/graham-potter-chelsea-vs-leeds/?source=emp_shared_article) instead claims that Chelsea are not planning to sack Potter and will continue to give him time turn to turn things around. It is believed that failure to win any of their next two matches would create a situation where the club and players feel there is no way back. And while the focus has been on giving Potter time to oversee a rebuilding process, [The Telegraph](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/02/27/graham-potter-faces-make-break-games-despite-backing-chelsea/) report that he now faces a make or break period over the next two games, with owners and senior players now growing concerned with the rut they are stuck in.

Chelsea are determined to give Graham Potter time and do not want to make a decision on his future based on the next two games.

[defeat at Tottenham](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2023/feb/26/tottenham-chelsea-premier-league-match-report) and has admitted results have not been good enough. Potter said on Friday that he had A large proportion of Chelsea fans have run out of patience with Potter after one win in 11 matches.

Chelsea slumped to another Premier League defeat at the weekend, with the 2-0 loss at Tottenham meaning they are closer to the relegation zone than the ...

[Graham Potter's](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/graham-potter) troubles at Chelsea could lead to a homegrown exodus this summer. Mount, 24, will have no shortage of suitors but Liverpool appear to be in pole position and, even though Chelsea have not given up on keeping him, they may struggle to match the wages being offered elsewhere. [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) are very keen on England star Mount as Jurgen Klopp plans a major overhaul of his playing squad at Anfield this summer. [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league). [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) rivals with Chelsea facing the real prospect of having to sell to balance the books this summer. [Chelsea](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/chelsea-fc) face a major transfer dilemma over [Mason Mount](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/mason-mount) and Ruben Loftus-Cheek as the England stars prepare to enter the final year of their contracts at the end of this season.

Graham Potter believes that the size of the current Chelsea squad is causing problems in training as he has too many players to coach.

WHAT NEXT FOR CHELSEA? The only squad member who left the club in January was Arsenal-bound Jorginho. Chelsea were the highest-spending club in the world during the January transfer window as they splurged £323 million ($388m) to buy eight new players.

Chelsea manager Graham Potter could be facing a critical two-game period that will make or break his time in the Stamford Bridge dugout.

However, a conflicting report from [The Athletic](https://theathletic.com/4256308/2023/02/27/graham-potter-chelsea-vs-leeds/?source=emp_shared_article) instead claims that Chelsea are not planning to sack Potter and will continue to give him time turn to turn things around. It is believed that failure to win any of their next two matches would create a situation where the club and players feel there is no way back. And while the focus has been on giving Potter time to oversee a rebuilding process, [The Telegraph](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/02/27/graham-potter-faces-make-break-games-despite-backing-chelsea/) report that he now faces a make or break period over the next two games, with owners and senior players now growing concerned with the rut they are stuck in.

SAMI MOKBEL: Here is the problem with faith: once it disappears, generally, it's gone forever. There are exceptions, but the moments when one's faith is ...

But when they fell behind at the start of the second half, their response was feeble. If they are eliminated from the Champions League next week? The defeat by Spurs on Sunday was the latest chastening experience for Potter. Faith in a manager whose team have scored once in six games. Faith in a manager whose team have won twice in 15 matches. Up until now the Americans' commitment to their head coach - the first appointment of their reign - has been unwavering.

Chelsea have seemingly come to a big decision on Graham Potter amid rising calls for his sacking and with a report naming five candidates being considered.

On the flip side, Jorginho is one of just six first-teamers to depart in that time. Another manager currently out of work is Luis Enrique, having stepped down as Spain coach after the World Cup. They are joined on the list by Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone, who may cut ties there this summer. This is still the same message after the game today. Part of Potter’s problem has been how he has managed the massive squad at his disposal. They now face Leeds on Saturday in what is surely a must-win game for Potter. The west London side are in danger of suffering their lowest-ever league finish since 2015/16 when they finished 10th. This is why they are protecting him. And Sunday’s 2-0 loss at Tottenham, means they have now lost three games in succession. The Italian is adamant that Boehly has no plans to replace Potter despite the growing protests about his position. And while a late charge into the Champions League places looks unlikely – they are currently 14 points adrift – Potter needs the win to keep the wolves from the door. Chelsea have seemingly come to a big decision on the future of Graham Potter amid heightening claims for him to be sacked and with a report naming five candidates now under consideration by the Blues.

Chelsea boss Graham Potter insists he needs time to help turn the club's fortunes around as his struggles continue.Potter is under increasing pressure.

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The calls for the manager to be sacked did not disappear either. After it became heard and seen at Stamford Bridge last week, things have simply gotten no ...

[Mauricio Pochettino](https://www.thechelseachronicle.com/tag/mauricio-pochettino/) is a name who could be considered, with there already being reported contact from the Blues. [Thomas Tuchel,](https://www.thechelseachronicle.com/tag/thomas-tuchel/) and looking around there are not many choices for the role that will be up to the required standard. This is still the same message after the game today. [falling way short of the standards ](https://www.thechelseachronicle.com/player-quotes/reece-james-makes-admission-about-chelsea-boss-graham-potter/)required to win this fierce derby is surely too much for a supporter to handle. [Fabrizio Romano has claimed on his YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43_8v70ItSg) that the Chelsea owners still plan to stick by [Graham Potter.](https://www.thechelseachronicle.com/tag/graham-potter/) [Blues were beaten 2-0 by Spurs, ](https://www.thechelseachronicle.com/club-news/graham-potter-sends-message-to-angry-chelsea-supporters-after-spurs-defeat/)picking up their first defeat at the club’s new stadium since it opened.

Chelsea have been eliminated from both domestic cup competitions and fell 1-0 to Borussia Dortmund in the recently first leg of their Champions League last 16 ...

“[And] it’s not like we’re not trying, we’re giving it our all but results are simply not going our way at the moment. We’re the ones out there on the pitch performing, so just as much stick he gets the players are playing as well, we’re in it together. That showed when he was at Brighton and they were in and around top four.

Chelsea went down 2-0 at Tottenham on Sunday, and while the club are still insistent that they will give the manager time, a number of fans have vented ...

[Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league) last-16 second leg at home to Borussia Dortmund on March 7, when they will be seeking to overturn a 1-0 deficit. [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) champions. [Arsenal](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/arsenal-fc) and Jurgen Klopp at [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) as examples of what can be achieved if managers are allowed to work with a long-term vision. [Brighton](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/brighton-and-hove-albion-fc), exits from both the FA and Carabao Cups at hands of [Manchester City](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-city-fc), and slip ups against top four hopefuls [Newcastle](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/newcastle-united-fc), local rivals [Fulham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/fulham-fc) and bottom of the table [Southampton](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/southampton-fc). [charge.org website](https://www.change.org/p/graham-potter-to-be-sacked) calling for the manager to be sacked, with almost 35,000 signatures attracted at the time of writing. [Chelsea](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/chelsea-fc) down in 10th place in the table, some 14 points off Spurs in fourth. [Tottenham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/tottenham-hotspur-fc). [Potter's side were beaten 2-0 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/tottenham-spurs-chelsea-goals-highlights-29316731), as second half goals from Oliver Skipp and [Harry Kane](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/harry-kane) condemned the manager to a 10th defeat in his 26 matches in charge. Despite this there are believed to be no immediate moves to sack Potter, with the club still behind the manager who replaced the sacked Thomas Tuchel in September. According to the website, the petition was started by a user called Arash Moaref under the Arteta frequently faced suggestions that he wasn't good enough to be Gunners manager before leading the club to the top of the table this season while Klopp, like Potter, came to Liverpool after a season had already started and took his time to build the Reds up to becoming European and A petition calling for Chelsea to sack Graham Potter has rapidly attracted thousands of signatures online in the wake of the Blues' latest defeat to

The Blues manager has now overseen just two wins in 15 games and may not be in then job much longer.

But he knows, and we all know, that you have to win.” “That’s a thing where coaches are paying the price. "If he doesn't get three big results, I think he could go.

Chelsea are languishing down in 10th place in the Premier League table as the pressure builds on Graham Potter after the Blues spent over £600million on ...

The reaction to going a goal down in recent games against Spurs and Southampton has not been good enough and something needs to change. Raheem Sterling has a wealth of experience from his time at Liverpool and Manchester City, but injuries have hampered his debut season at Stamford Bridge. Thiago Silva has been one of the key leaders in the squad since his arrival from Paris Saint-Germain. It's been a hectic year at Stamford Bridge and performances on the pitch have been below par in the 2022/23 campaign. Former Blues captain Gary Cahill has hinted at the lack of leadership in Potter's squad following the defeat against Tottenham Hotspur. Chelsea have scored just 23 goals in 24 Premier League fixtures, but there are deeper problems than their lack of form in front of goal.

According to the bookmakers, these four managers are favourites to replace Graham Potter at Chelsea if the Englishman gets sacked.

Enrique’s sides can play high quality, visually appealing football, something that the supporters would like to see after a slugfest that is on display. Earlier a [report emerged](https://theprideoflondon.com/2023/02/21/epl-boss-reject-chelsea-graham-potter/) that the Argentine manager turned down the chance to coach Chelsea. The manager has not returned to management after leaving Real Madrid in the summer 2021. PSG had also asked about Zidane when they were looking for a new manager but the Frenchman has not yet returned to management but the attraction of Premier League could mean he comes out of his sabbatical. [Pari match](https://www.parimatch.co.uk/aff/Sports-p-welcome-offer?btagid=92636907&btag=a_50031b_11890c_02c34109-20a3-4c5f-a336-195000e1f01c&affid=25007&nid=2&mid=160), the [bookmakers’](https://www.oddschecker.com/football/football-specials/chelsea/next-permanent-manager) favourite to replace Potter at Chelsea is Mauricio Pochettino. This Chelsea side is lacking cohesion and Potter doesn’t seem to have the answers for now.

Graham Potter may be experiencing a tough time at Chelsea, but Reece James insists the Blues' boss is as good as those that went before him.

Potter has [picked up only nine victories from his 26 games at the helm](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/graham-potter-support-chelsea-winless-six-games/blt474d5f6b48adf446), but he retains the full support of his board and playing squad. [Champions League winner Tuchel having been ushered through the exits](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/chelsea-fans-chant-for-tuchel-man-city-mauling-pressure-potter/blt25d9a9120f5bdeea). I think it’s hard to say, it’s not like we’re not trying, we’re giving it our all but results are simply not going our way at the moment.

EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES: Graham Potter fears his training sessions at Chelsea are being undermined by having too many players to work with after the ...

Step by step I want to put the team in a better place than when I arrived.' They want to play, be on the pitch and help the team. As a result Potter has struggled to maintain continuity during training sessions, never mind during matches. 'When you go through a period of transition and the steps we've gone through then there are going to be periods when it is going to be tougher than you ideally want – it's not optimal. 'There are challenges when you've got that many players,' Potter said earlier this month. Graham Potter has been forced to adapt training sessions to keep all players involved

Graham Potter may be experiencing a tough time at Chelsea, but Reece James insists the Blues' boss is as good as those that went before him.

Potter has [picked up only nine victories from his 26 games at the helm](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/graham-potter-support-chelsea-winless-six-games/blt474d5f6b48adf446), but he retains the full support of his board and playing squad. [Champions League winner Tuchel having been ushered through the exits](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/chelsea-fans-chant-for-tuchel-man-city-mauling-pressure-potter/blt25d9a9120f5bdeea). I think it’s hard to say, it’s not like we’re not trying, we’re giving it our all but results are simply not going our way at the moment.

Graham Potter is under increasing pressure at Chelsea; Blues have won just once in their last 11 matches in all competitions, scoring just four goals in ...

But on the other hand, as a manager of Chelsea, you also need to give something. The only way he's going to be able to control it is by winning his next game against Leeds. Now he's coming off the bench and they still can't get a result. I can't run around anymore but I can pass the ball, and I could have played in the team. They're good lads, they want to do better, they want to win but at the moment we're suffering and that's my responsibility." "I think Graham Potter will get the next two games, Leeds and Dortmund in the Champions League. If he was his player and he'd have gone to the board and said he needed him, and would have to play him. I was at the game against Tottenham on Sunday and that's the most hostile I've ever heard it among the Chelsea support. They could still be playing now and they wouldn't have scored. I can't remember getting excited once in the game by them. I could have played for Chelsea on Sunday when they had the ball because it was so slow - and I'm 54! Obviously now things have changed a little bit but that's just the way it is.

Chelsea's owners continue to back Graham Potter but the next two games are “make or break” for the head coach, according to the Telegraph.

The figure rocketed when this newspaper revealed that a bid from Qatar would be forthcoming earlier this month.” Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani and Sir Jim Ratcliffe are the frontrunners to take over the club. Chelsea spent more than £300m on eight players in January, and only Jorginho departed – new signings Andrey Santos and Malo Gusto will not feature until the summer – leaving Potter with a group too large for his preferred way of working. As a result Potter has struggled to maintain continuity during training sessions, never mind matches,” This time it’s an exclusive from the Mail, which claims Potter is frustrated by the fact this bloated squad are “ruining his training sessions”. Chelsea host Leeds on Saturday before welcoming Borussia Dortmund to Stamford Bridge in the Champions League next week, and

ADRIAN KAJUMBA: Chelsea's owners have cited Mikel Arteta and Premier League leaders Arsenal as an example as they continue to back Graham Potter, as has the ...

A couple of Premier League clubs are understood to have tested the waters with Arteta when things were not going quite so well. However, while fan opinion might influence the decision-making of some owners, it has not yet Chelsea's. Remaining popular with so many players to keep happy, though, is not a straightforward challenge. There are also various factors contributing to the difference. Mikel Arteta recorded 14 wins in the same period, lost six and drew seven. Graham Potter has won nine games, lost 10 and drawn seven of his first 26 Chelsea games.

CHRIS SUTTON: This is new territory for Boehly. He will know that owning a football club isn't all fun and cigars and celebrating wins.

But if he has unwavering faith he should stick with him. There may be part of Boehly which feels, if he sacks Potter, it will be a bad look on him. He was pictured watching training over the last week and was at Chelsea’s 2-0 defeat by Tottenham.

Could Chelsea ruin another young manager's career? Apparently they're lining up Thomas Frank should Graham Potter be shown the door.

Last season was their first in the Premier League and they are punching well above their weight with one of the smallest budgets in the top flight. [The ridiculous stats that have Chelsea on course for their worst ever season of the Premier League era](https://www.football365.com/news/chelsea-stats-worst-premier-league-season-graham-potter) Chelsea are tenth in the Premier League despite spending nearly £600m on new players since the end of last season and

Plus: Chelsea fear Thiago Silva will be unavailable for the crunch match with Borussia Dortmund next week; FIFA will look into the UK Governments proposals ...

Chelsea fear Thiago Silva will be unavailable for the crunch match with Borussia Dortmund next week which could have a huge bearing on Graham Potter's future. Chelsea are determined to give Graham Potter time to turn around the club's fortunes and do not want to make a decision on his future based on the next two games, at home to Leeds and Borussia Dortmund. FIFA will look into the UK government's proposals for an independent regulator amid concerns that the new body could breach rules on political interference. Erling Haaland is reportedly close to agreeing a new deal with Nike but is still seeking a lucrative offer to stay with the manufacturing giants. Plus: Chelsea fear Thiago Silva will be unavailable for the crunch match with Borussia Dortmund next week; FIFA will look into the UK Government's proposals for an independent regulator amid concerns that the new body could breach rules on political interference Virgil van Dijk has said that Liverpool have been 'spoilt' with success over the past five years and that the disappointing nature of this term has come as a 'shock' to everyone.

Chelsea manager Graham Potter has once again come under fire, this time from former Sky Sports presenter Richard Keys, who took a dig at the Englishman by ...

Potter has not yet been able to crack the code regarding his best selection, with a multitude of new faces to pick from. [comments section.](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/richard-keys-graham-potter-chelsea-29329598#comments-section) [blog](https://richardajkeys.com/index.php/blog/360-what-are-we-going-to-do-for-motty). [Chelsea](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/chelsea-fc) boss [ Graham Potter ](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/graham-potter)by claiming his players have “no idea” what he is trying to achieve. [ Six managers who could save Chelsea if Graham Potter is sacked including stunning returns](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/potter-chelsea-six-managers-replace-29324123) [Tottenham Hotspur](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/tottenham-hotspur-fc).