Mauricio Pochettino's talent ID and stance on young players could serve him well should Chelsea turn to the former Tottenham manager in the future. Current manager Graham Potter is facing his toughest test in charge after falling to a 1-0 defeat to rock bottom Southampton.
The result, part of a wider run of one win in 10 games, has enfuriated fans and seen speculation over his job rise. Although the current message from the new owners continues to be in support of Potter - a man they gave a six year contract back in September, handing him plenty of trust - that patience is being tested.
Chelsea have had £600million spent on their squad since the summer and although working conditions are far from ideal with injured players returning, new members gelling and contract negotiatons ongoing with several stars, there is a staggering level of underperformance.
