Pochettino press conference LIVE!
Mauricio Pochettino conducted his first official press conference as Chelsea’s new manager this afternoon. The former Spurs boss has already outlined his vision to revive the Blues after a nightmare season during an opening interview with the club’s official channels on Tuesday, but today faced questions from the assembled media as he completed his first week in charge.
The confident and charismatic Pochettino was hailed for his assured start in that aforementioned interview that riled Tottenham fans, with his emotive messages to supporters well-received and in stark contract to predecessor Graham Potter. There was more of the same from the Argentine today, as well as updates on Chelsea’s latest transfer business, his plans for next season, the upcoming US tour, an ongoing squad overhaul and much more.
Pochettino was also quizzed on the exit of Mason Mount, who joined Manchester United in a £60million deal this week after 18 years at Stamford Bridge, and the appointment of a new captain after Cesar Azpilicueta’s departure. Standard Sport’s chief football correspondent Dan Kilpatrick was in attendance along with Chelsea reporter Nizaar Kinsella, so follow reaction from Pochettino’s first Chelsea press conference live below!
