“It would be absolute madness if you do it” – Glen Johnson sends strong Tuchel warning message to Roman Abramovich
Chelsea are synonymous with being a trigger-happy club with regard to the managerial position. The Blues have found success under the German manager since his appointment in early 2021 but managers usually do not last very long at Stamford Bridge.
However, former Chelsea defender Glen Johnson has warned the club against sacking manager Thomas Tuchel.
Former Liverpool defender, Glen Johnson talked about this situation at Chelsea. Johnson, who also spent four years at Stamford Bridge, has highlighted the club’s persistence in changing managers.
He told BettingOdds: “I’d like to think Tuchel will still be at the club next season, but it’s the hottest seat in world football.”
He continued: “I don’t think it’d surprise anybody if he wasn’t at Chelsea but I think it would be absolute madness for them to sack him.”
Indeed, the club’s past could be a factor come the end of the season should Tuchel not manage to deliver significant success. However, Johnson was also quick to reflect on the German’s success in his short time in charge thus far.
“I think what he’s done in such a short period of time, and I think they are improving, if they keep him another season I think they’d be doing the right thing.”
He added:
“I can’t imagine someone will walk in and pick up from where he’s left off and improve them immediately. I think it would be a mistake if he was to come under pressure.”
The club are still fighting in all domestic competitions, albeit they trail Manchester City by 13 points in the Premier League.
The Blues won 1-0 against Al-Hilal in the Club World Cup semi-final last night. They will take on Brazilian side Palmeiras in the final of the competition on Saturday.