Chelsea legend says Pochettino sacking was ‘unfortunate’, gives Maresca prediction

Former Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien believes it was ‘unfortunate’ Mauricio Pochettino wasn’t given more time at the club. 

Pochettino lasted less than a year at Stamford Bridge, overseeing 51 matches with a 50.98% win rate, helping the club reach the EFL Cup final and FA Cup semi-finals.

However, it was the Blues’ league form that cost him dearly, languishing in mid-table until a run of just one defeat in their last 15 matches — including five straight wins to close out the season ...