February has been a disappointing month for Chelsea. There were no wins. Only one goal was scored. And all the optimism that followed a lavish January transfer window has dissipated. It's why head coach Graham Potter has come under significant pressure.
The 47-year-old – for now – remains in charge. Whether that is still the case after crunch games against Leeds United and Borussia Dortmund is unknown. Victories are what Chelsea and Potter need. Mitigating factors, which have largely been viewed as excuses by supporters, hold little protection amid a run of two wins in 15 Premier League matches.
There was another blow confirmed this morning: Thiago Silva is set to miss the next month having suffered a knee ligament injury against Tottenham at the weekend. The 38-year-old has been Chelsea's standout performer this term and will be a huge miss next week as Potter attempts to guide his side to the Champions League quarter-finals.
