Chelsea's coaches always have to live under pressure, especially when the team performs poorly like the away match against Everton.
The performance in the 0-3 defeat is completely unacceptable. The most worrying thing for Chelsea's leadership is the growing belief in the fan community that the players no longer seem to play their best for head coach Liam Rosenior.
Chelsea just went through a disappointing 10-day period. They were defeated by PSG in 2 consecutive matches and then eliminated from the Champions League, before continuing to suffer defeats against Newcastle and Everton in the Premier League.
Looking broader, the situation is even more alarming. Since February 3, The Blues have played 12 matches but only won 3, against Wolves, Hull City and Aston Villa.
Since taking over the team on January 10, Rosenior has led Chelsea in a total of 19 matches, with a record of 10 wins, 2 draws and 7 losses. However, the club's leadership clearly expects more than that.
If this form continues, Chelsea is at risk of missing out on a Champions League spot next season. This will be a major shock both professionally and financially. Not participating in the most prestigious European arena could cause Chelsea to lose about 100 million pounds. This is a particularly worrying figure in the context that the club once recorded the largest pre-tax loss in English football history according to UEFA statistics.
Not only disappointed with Rosenior, The Blues fans also clearly feel the loss of connection with the team's leadership. Many fans believe that the current team no longer has the familiar Chelsea image.
In the past, they witnessed a Chelsea rich in personality, bravery and fighting spirit, led by top world coaches. Now, those images seem to have become distant.
Fans also questioned the comprehensive change decision of the new owners, especially when the team once owned a world-class coach like Thomas Tuchel - who helped Chelsea win the Champions League in 2021.
In addition, Chelsea's transfer policy is also controversial. Many fans do not understand why the team prioritizes recruiting young players instead of experienced faces in the Premier League. Issues such as goalkeeper or center-back positions have not been resolved.
Another concern is the quality of coaches appointed since Tuchel's departure. Chelsea has worked with top strategists such as Jose Mourinho, Carlo Ancelotti and Antonio Conte.
Dissatisfaction is increasing as a group of Chelsea fans plan to protest before the match against Manchester United on April 18. Notably, this protest may involve Strasbourg fans - a team jointly owned by the Chelsea-run corporation.
Rosenior needs to give an answer on the pitch soon. Chelsea will face Port Vale in the FA Cup quarter-finals before facing Man City and Man United at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League. These are both decisive matches in the race to win tickets to the Champions League.
At the same time last season, Chelsea had 5 points more and was two places higher in the rankings. It is not too late to reverse the situation, but the time for Rosenior and Chelsea is running out.
