Potter was appointed in September 2022, but has now left the club 7 months after, winning seven of his 22 PL games in charge
By Kehinde Okeowo
West London club, Chelsea, have announced the sacking of their manager, Graham Potter after losing to Aston Villa on Saturday.
The news of the termination of his appointment was confirmed on the club’s official website.
“Chelsea FC has announced that Graham Potter has departed the club,” a statement read.
“Graham has agreed to collaborate with the Club to facilitate a smooth transition. In his time with the club, Graham has taken us to the quarter final of the Champions League, where we will face Real Madrid.
“Chelsea would like to thank Graham for all his efforts and contribution and wish him well for the future.” the statement added.
Potter was appointed on September 8 on a five-year deal, but has now left the club just seven months into that contract, after winning seven of his 22 Premier League (PL) games in charge.
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He, however, came under immense pressure on Saturday after the Blues were beaten 2-0 at Stamford Bridge, leaving them 11th in the table.
Reacting to the loss at Stamford Bridge, Potter said, “I don’t like to blame anybody, I have to take responsibility,”
As for the jeers of the fans, the former Brighton boss added: “We can feel the pain of the supporters… I understand when you lose at home, the emotion of the game is such that people are going to be disappointed and frustrated and angry”
Former Brighton defender Bruno Saltor has been appointed as interim head coach, with his first game coming at home to Liverpool on Tuesday.
But Julian Nagelsmann, who was sacked a week ago as Bayern Munich boss, has already emerged as a frontrunner to be Potter’s long-term successor.