Chelsea has reportedly identified Sporting Lisbon’s manager, Ruben Amorim, and Brighton and Hove Albion’s boss, Roberto De Zerbi, as potential candidates to replace Mauricio Pochettino. The pressure on the Argentine increased following Chelsea’s 2-2 draw with Brentford on Saturday, with discontented supporters expressing their frustration through X-rated chants directed at Pochettino and co-owner Todd Boehly.
When asked about the chants at full-time, Pochettino commented, “Yes, I’ve been told but I did not hear, to be honest. That is why it is difficult for me to understand. I don’t know. I need to believe what you are telling me, but it is normal. We were losing the game 2-1, and it’s about expressing their frustration, and we are responsible. I am responsible. I am the head coach.”
Pochettino’s future remains uncertain due to a mixed run of results, and the recent defeat in the Carabao Cup final to an injury-plagued Liverpool team has further fueled speculation about his position. Chelsea’s hopes for European qualification now hinge on their performance in the FA Cup, where they are set to face Leicester City in the quarterfinals.
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According to Football London, Ruben Amorim became a target for Chelsea after the departure of Graham Potter last year, and Roberto De Zerbi is rumored to be on Liverpool’s shortlist as a potential successor to Jurgen Klopp. Amorim, expected to guide Sporting CP to the Portuguese title this season, is also reportedly under consideration by Liverpool.