[스포티비뉴스=임창만·장하준 영상기자]The atmosphere in Chelsea is unusual.
Chelsea, unlike usual this season, have not been able to use their strength. Currently ranked 10th in the league, it is a move that does not match the value of the name.
On the 19th, Chelsea was on a four-game draw in a row ahead of the match once morest Southampton. However, on this day, the opponent Southampton was at the bottom of the league, and even the director’s seat was vacant.
Experts and fans predicted a victory for Chelsea, who had the upper hand, but the result was quite the opposite. Chelsea collapsed 0-1 with a free kick from James Ward Prouse. This result was a huge shock as they spent an astronomical amount to escape the slump in the transfer market this winter.
And the arrows of criticism for this situation are pouring down on director Graham Porter. Porter, who replaced Thomas Tuchel as Chelsea manager in September last year. However, despite the strong support of the owner, he is hardly able to raise his grades.
As a result, Chelsea fans want to sack Porter, but in reality, it is a very difficult situation. The contract period between Chelsea and manager Porter is a whopping five years, and if he resigns less than half a year following taking office, Chelsea will have to pay a huge penalty.
Attention is focusing on whether Chelsea, who is having the worst season, can succeed in a turnaround for the rest of the season.
