Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly contemplating a tactical shift at Chelsea to revive their season after a string of poor results.
Chelsea suffered a 4-2 defeat to Wolves on Sunday, leaving them in 11th place in the Premier League, with their aspirations of a Champions League return diminishing.
According to reports from the Standard UK, the Chelsea coach is exploring the option of adopting a three-man defense to enhance the team’s defensive solidity. This tactical adjustment is seen as a measure to provide better protection for Thiago Silva, who faced vulnerabilities in the recent loss to Wolves.
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The potential tactical change might be unveiled in the FA Cup fourth-round replay against Aston Villa on Wednesday, with Chelsea’s subsequent league match being an away fixture against Crystal Palace on February 12.
The Wolves defeat came on the heels of a 4-1 loss to Liverpool, revealing similar defensive shortcomings. Pochettino views the proposed system as a means to address these weaknesses and offer added cover for midfielders Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo.