Graham Potter confirmed as new Chelsea boss

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.

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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. I am very excited to partner with Chelsea’s new ownership group and look forward to meeting and working with the exciting group of players and to develop a team and culture that our amazing fans can be proud of. I would also like to place my sincere thanks to Brighton & Hove Albion for allowing me this opportunity and in particular Tony Bloom and all the players, staff and supporters for their continued support during my time at the club.”

Chelsea’s new ownership group have acted swiftly to make a managerial change just over 100 days into their time in charge but the timing of this change is surprising after they have just spent $300 million on new players and Tuchel played a big part in getting those players to the club.