Graham Potter saved job with two make-or-break wins after ‘heart-to-heart talks with players, owners and staff’
GRAHAM POTTER saved his job with two make-or-break wins after reportedly holding “heart-to-heart” talks with Chelsea’s players, owners and staff.
Potter looked a relieved man last night as his Blues clinched a Champions League turnaround against Borussia Dortmund.
Stamford Bridge was left bouncing as goals from Raheem Sterling and Kai Havertz sent Chelsea into the last eight.
And the impressive win came hot on the heels of a 1-0 league victory over rivals Leeds on Saturday.
The two games were both marked as must-wins for Potter, who had previously picked up just one victory in 2023.
Fans and pundits piled in on the ex-Brighton boss after a disastrous defeat to bottom-place Southampton in February.
Yet Chelsea owner Todd Boehly decided not to pull the trigger after doubling down on his long-term vision.
And the Telegraph claims Potter helped convince the American to stay onboard by having a deep chat with him over the current crisis.
Potter is also said to have had “heart-to-hearts” with numerous Chelsea players and staff members.
The tactician gave assurances to any doubters to keep the faith, and also listened to any concerns about his time in charge.
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Potter’s move certainly paid off, picking up just his third win in 16 league matches against Leeds at the weekend.
But the best was yet to come as Chelsea moved one step closer to a potential third Champions League title last night.
The Blues had it all to do after losing the first leg in Germany 1-0.
Yet a change in formation, which started at Leeds, brought the best out of several below-par players.
And Chelsea now await their fate in next week’s quarter-final draw.