Graham Potter has been named the new Chelsea manager as the English coach will take charge of the Premier League giants. Less than 24 hours after firing Thomas Tuchel, Chelsea have acted fast to snap up one of the best young managers in the game. [ MORE: How to watch Premier League in USA ] Chelsea confirmed that Potter has signed a five-year contract, as the west London club hailed Potter’s ‘progressive football’ and he’s ‘innovative coaching’ style.
Potter was seen arriving at Brighton’s training ground on Thursday before leaving with his assistant coach Billy Reid two hours later and it is believed he said goodbye to the players and staff at Brighton and did not take training.
Graham Potter, 47, has done a sensational job at Brighton over the last three and a bit seasons and Chelsea are adamant he is the right man to take them forward.
Potter seems pretty adamant he is the right man to take Chelsea forward too. “I am incredibly proud and excited to represent Chelsea FC, this fantastic football club.