It was always thought that Mauricio Pochettino would need to maintain the Blues in Europe for the upcoming season, and the team has put itself in a respectable position to do so.
Since taking over at Stamford Bridge, the Argentine has under pressure almost continuously. In 2024, there were persistent claims that club executives were considering other candidates to replace him.
This may be a nod to allegations made recently that the Europa League is the minimal expectation and that the Europa Conference League is insufficient to meet demands from above.
Chelsea financially in trouble with Europa League football
Which league they play in, if any, next season will obviously have an impact on their finances, and it may also have an effect on the calibre of players they are able to bring in.
Their prior financial misdeeds, though, might come back to haunt them since, according to The Athletic, the regulations governing the maximum amount of loss permitted are being tightened.
The statement continues by stating that the club’s attempt to spread the outrageous transfer costs they have spent over up to eight years using amortisation procedures would not succeed and will only reduce the amount paid over the course of five seasons.
Chelsea must make a significant summer sale.
It has already been suggested that Chelsea may have to let go of some important players in order to balance the books this summer due to their previous spending binges.
Despite the fact that Conor Gallagher has been an essential player for Pochettino this season and has frequently served as the team captain, reports have refused to rule out Gallagher leaving the club.
