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Luke Weir

Graham Potter names the most important thing every club needs amid Chelsea struggles

Chelsea manager Graham Potter has identified the one thing he believes is most important for any football club to thrive. Speaking to the club prior to today’s trip to Leicester City, the former Brighton boss believes the "connection between the team and the fans" is crucial.

This comes after the Blues triumphed against Borussia Dortmund in midweek to progress to the Champions League quarter-finals. During the 2-0 win, Potter showed his passionate side in the dugout as he visibly tried to get the supporters going in an almost Jurgen Klopp-esque manner.

The emotion continued after the full-time whistle, as the manager lapped up the vociferous applause of the home faithful. "Tuesday night was a fantastic experience, a fantastic evening," Potter told the club. "I thought the performance was worthy of the victory over the two games.

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