Mauricio Pochettino remains supported by the Chelsea hierarchy despite the team’s recent heavy defeats against Liverpool and Wolves. While the club wants to see improved results, there are no plans for another mid-season managerial change. Pochettino is under pressure to demonstrate progress by the end of the season and will face scrutiny if Chelsea fail to qualify for European competitions.Chelsea’s owners, Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali, have expressed similar support to previous managers before making changes, so Poch should be concerned about his status at Stamford Bridge. The owners aim to avoid another mid-season managerial change, especially after the unsuccessful attempt to improve results under Frank Lampard last season.Poch admits: “Disappointment is massive, it’s a tough moment”Pochettino and his staff signed two-year contracts last year, and terminating them could reportedly incur a cost of over $12 million in compensation. Despite apologizing to supporters after the defeat to Wolves and acknowledging that “nobody is safe,” Pochettino is expected to continue leading the team.Before the recent losses, Chelsea had a run of three consecutive league victories and reached the Carabao Cup final. However, criticism has been directed at the owners and co-sporting directors for assembling a young squad lacking in leadership, physicality, and experience.While the players largely support Pochettino, the atmosphere at the training ground has declined alongside the poor results. The former Spurs and PSG boss emphasized the need for everyone to take responsibility for the team’s performance, acknowledging that they are currently not meeting the club’s historical standards. Pochettino’s demeanour on the touchline during matches has become increasingly subdued, with the recent defeat against Wolves possibly marking a low point for the 51-year-old. While he displayed anger after Chelsea’s loss to Newcastle in November, his passion has since waned in post-match press conferences following defeats.##NAJAVA_MECA_7855560##Given Pochettino’s background with Tottenham, winning over the entire Chelsea fanbase was always going to be challenging. Some veteran fans indicated early on that his association with their London rivals would hinder his acceptance. Managing the head coach role at Stamford Bridge is demanding regardless of who holds the position, and Pochettino has numerous relationships and egos to navigate. Despite the challenges, he led the Chelsea men’s team to their first cup final since the new owners took over.The Argentine has emphasized the importance of time in building a successful team, citing Jurgen Klopp’s tenure at Liverpool as an example. He believes he should be afforded the same patience. While acknowledging that patience is not infinite, a Carabao Cup win at Wembley would provide him with some breathing room.
