Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has acknowledged the team’s current mid-table standing and hinted at possible transfer activity in the upcoming window. Following a disappointing draw against Everton, Pochettino expressed his concerns about the team’s performance and emphasized the need for improvement.
“Our reality now is mid-table,” Pochettino said frankly. “If we want to go up, we have to push ourselves. We are dealing with this. After five months, or the first half of the season, we need to check and that’s the reality.”
He emphasized the need for introspection and potential adjustments, stating, “When the transfer window opens, we will see what we can do. It is a massive, massive assessment. From day one to today, and when the transfer window opens, see what we can do to change the dynamic and improve the second half of the season.”
While not explicitly stating his desire for additional players, Pochettino hinted at the need to address any discrepancies between the team’s perception and its actual performance. “I’m not saying I’m going to ask for more players or less players,” he explained, “but it is to see if perception matches reality. If perception is here and reality is here, then we are missing something in the middle.”
Pochettino’s comments suggest a potential shift in strategy for Chelsea in the upcoming transfer window. The club has historically been known for its ambitious signings, but Pochettino’s focus on aligning perception with reality could lead to a more nuanced approach, focusing on targeted acquisitions and potentially player sales to balance the squad.
Only time will tell what specific changes Chelsea will make in the transfer window, but Pochettino’s words clearly indicate that he is aware of the need for improvement and is prepared to act decisively to bring the team back to its former glory.