Often Mocked, Pochettino Wants to Build Better Relations with Chelsea Supporters

Jakarta, Beritasatu.com – Mauricio Pochettino expressed his desire to improve relations and establish good relations with Chelsea fans, even though the former Tottenham Hotspur coach has received criticism from the public several times The Bluesnicknamed Chelsea.

Pochettino was the target of fans' ridicule when Chelsea drew 2-2 with Brentford last month. He was booed again in the match against Leicester in the FA Cup even though Chelsea won 4-2.

A number of Chelsea fans even asked for Pochettino to be fired and replaced with Jose Mourinho, who won three Premier League titles with the London club.

However, Pochettino did not really mind the taunts. He is more focused on improving relations by producing satisfactory results, such as when Chelsea beat Manchester United 4-3 on Thursday (4/4/2024).

“I came with a reputation for building a team consisting of young and talented players,” Pochettino reportedly said AFPSaturday (6/4/2024).

“We realize that it is a big challenge to build a team, win games and stay competitive, as well as share the risk with the fans,” added the Argentinian coach.

“From the start, I expressed my desire to build a sincere relationship. I will not overdo it or do unimportant things off the pitch to seek the attention of fans,” said Pochettino.

He emphasized that his presence at Chelsea was not to become an instant popular figure and easily said that he loved the fans. The coach who once managed Paris Saint-Germain is aware that building relationships takes time.

Currently, Chelsea is ranked 10th in the Premier League standings with 43 points, two points behind West Ham in the Europa League zone.