Mauricio Pochettino breaks silence after Chelsea announce new coach Enzo Maresca

Mauricio Pochettino breaks silence after Chelsea announce new coach Enzo Maresca

Hassan Abdulsalam 13:07 - 04.06.2024

Enzo Maresca has been announced as the new manager, Pochettino's message suggests a lasting fondness for Chelsea.

Two weeks after he departed from Chelsea, Mauricio Pochettino has taken to social media to express his gratitude for his time at the club.

Poochettino guided the Blues back into European competition and fostered a strong connection with the players.

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While Enzo Maresca has been announced as the new manager, Pochettino's message suggests a lasting fondness for Chelsea.

He appreciated the fans and club officials for their support throughout his single season in charge, hinting at a possible return in the future with the phrase "in the very near future."

Pochettino's exit surprised many, particularly considering the positive dressing room atmosphere and a respectable sixth-place finish with a minimal number of losses.

Taking to his Instagram account, Pochettino said, "To the owners, the sporting directors we appreciate the opportunity to return to the Premier League at this great club and for the support you gave us, as well as from all the players, staff and fans - thank you.

"We understand how important this football club is to you all and that is why we work so hard to give you a Chelsea you can be proud of.

"I am so pleased with the level the team reached and the way the players and staff have all worked so hard to increase their standards, they deserve great credit and I hope you felt that too in how they performed on the pitch.

"We know there have been ups and downs but we always believed in this team and that we would arrive at a consistent level.

"I believe the experiences of this season and big improvement we saw, I hope will only make the players stronger for the future. It has been a pleasure to work with them all and we appreciate the strong bonds we created in this last year together.

"I want to wish all of you the best for next season and beyond.

'It is great that we have the chance to return to Stamford Bridge so soon with SoccerAid this weekend and I hope that we get to see some of you there too.

'I hope you all get to have a great summer. Big hug from us, MP x.'

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