It is in 22 days' time that Chelsea will resume their 2022/23 campaign at home to Bournemouth – and there is much work for Graham Potter and his coaching staff to do in order to ensure the Blues are ready and able to compete for a top-four finish in the Premier League.
Chelsea's top-flight form prior to the World Cup break was concerning. The dismal defeat at Brighton was followed by a humbling at Stamford Bridge against Arsenal. Potter and his side then went to St James' Park to take on Newcastle United and were duly dispatched 1-0.
It's left Chelsea eighth in the Premier League table after 14 matches. Of more concern is the gap to Tottenham Hotspur – who currently occupy the final Champions League place – is now eight points. It can't afford to become any larger when the campaign gets back underway.
