Graham Potter may have been sacked but the former Brighton manager is definitely going to bag a big money from Chelsea.
Chelsea who are used to sacking managers when they fail to bring in results last night announced the sacking of Graham Potter – a news that was quite surprising to many.
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Following their last home 2-0 defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday, on Sunday, April 2, 2023, Chelsea released a club statement confirming Potter’s sacking.
Potter, who joined the two-times Champions League winners in September, oversaw 31 games, winning 12, losing 10, and drawing 8.
He signed a five-year contract with a £12 million annual salary. Consequently, the contract’s total cost was £60 million.
To fire Potter, the Blues had to pay off the remaining balance of his contract.
Given that Potter has already served six months, the entire procedure is anticipated to cost close to £50 million.
The Blues are expected to incur yet another sizable financial outlay in light of the fact that they spent nearly £600 million during the transfer window this season.
Additionally, Potter brought a few support staff members to Chelsea. The cost may well exceed £60 million because the club is anticipated to pay them off as well.
Insider reveals that Chelsea players saw the news of Potter sacking on social media
However, some players were taken aback when they learned of Potter’s abrupt departure.
When a formal announcement was made shortly after 8 p.m. on Sunday, many people reportedly contacted their representatives right away after learning of the additional change in the dugout.
In a report sighted on GOAL.com, one source said, “Most of the players had no idea until they saw the statement. People were asking who would be taking training on Monday and who is in charge for Tuesday. Virtually all of them were in recovery or training on Sunday, so they were shocked to find this out at home.”
How Chelsea fans jubilated over Graham Potter’s Sacking
Chelsea took to social media to react massively following the news of Potter’s sacking.
I would say last night was the happiest night ever in all Chelsea fans lives this year. Many Chelsea have been traumatized by the recent performance of Chelsea after spending over £600 million to recruit new talented players but their coach was a WACK.
Here are some interesting reactions from Chelsea on Twitter;
United Lost
Messi booed again today
Potter sacked.
Hazard assistWhat a perfect day for me pic.twitter.com/l72rjMJPdN
— KALYJAY (@gyaigyimii) April 2, 2023
Manchester United lost
Eden Hazard assist
Graham Potter sacked.What a beautiful day pic.twitter.com/9vZJ5pLb23
— Janty (@CFC_Janty) April 2, 2023
So it wasn't a dream? Chelsea sacked Graham Potter true true? pic.twitter.com/20vx2u81xn
— 𝐏𝐔𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐂̧𝐀𝐓𝐄 (@SirJerry_cfc) April 3, 2023
Chelsea fans right now after hearing that Graham Potter has been sacked pic.twitter.com/sHw20zcsqe
— FELIX (@FellMentKE) April 2, 2023
🚨Chelsea fans were celebrating outside stamford bridge after potter was sacked👏
This shows that no one really want him again clueless coach 🚮 🚮 pic.twitter.com/5BV4kr3XDz
— Jackson Chelsea 💙🇦🇷 (@JacksonChelse17) April 2, 2023
Graham Potter has been sacked by Chelsea ❌👔 pic.twitter.com/P5hXB43lVN
— Uchenna Ogbonna (@UchennaOgbonn17) April 2, 2023
I’m not sure I’ll be available for #RoyalSports because tonight is the night to catch the sleep I couldn’t have since Potter arrived 🛌
— Fancy Di Maria (@FancyDiMaria_) April 2, 2023
💙💙💙💙 pic.twitter.com/UjGdFGNgaU
— Fentuo Tahiru Fentuo (@Fentuo_) April 2, 2023
What is next for Chelsea after Graham Potter Sacking?
With 10 Premier League games and a Champions League quarterfinal match against Real Madrid remaining this season, Chelsea is currently looking for a new manager.
Current favorites in the next manager betting markets include Luis Enrique, Mauricio Pochettino, and Julian Nagelsmann.
After Graham Potter’s tenure at Chelsea came to an end, fans will be closely watching whoever takes over as manager moving forward.
