STAMFORD BRIDGE – Stunning developments out of Chelsea Football Club have seen owner Roman Abramovich sack newly appointed manager Andre Villas-Boas, just five days into his reign as Chelsea boss.
The move comes after growing concern of another trophyless fortnight for the Blues and insider sources have indicated Mr Abramovich wishes to act now than risk another week without silverware.
Chelsea currently stand fifth in the league in alphabetical order behind Bolton – an ‘unacceptable position’ according to many high ranking officials at the club.
Four days of hurt
Fans were understanding after hearing the news of the loss of their seventh manager since the Russian tycoon took control of the club.
“He had the money and the backing but didn’t make the most of it really,” said Paul Simons who was still waiting to buy is season ticket but agreed with the decision.
“I mean, with the players he had at his disposal he should be winning from day one. Literally.”
Apologising to fans, Villas-Boas still recalls the day he was told of the termination to his contract.
“I did not understand it. It has only been a few days, but Mr Abramovich showed me the contract which stated I needed to win at least two trophies by Sunday. I don’t know how I missed that.”
Commentator and football expert Martin Tyler agreed that “this is the way things are unfortunately, he was just not doing the job he was brought in to do. It’s as simple as that.”
“Four days and no trophy? That’s just not good enough for a club of Chelsea’s impatience.”
Sacked in the morning
The manager did however lay some of the responsibility on the players – many of whom he had not met yet – saying they lacked the drive and passion that was expected to bring success back to the team before a ball had been kicked, as was required.
It’s not know if there is a candidate ready to take over in the crucial days before any competitions begin – but any new man would be expected to hit the ground running as Mr Abramovich remains eager to win silverware before the season starts.
Villas-Boas leaves the club with a record of zero games and zero trophies.
“Totally unacceptable!” spat chairman Bruce Buck.
The club will now turn their attention to finding a manager that could deliver the so far elusive Champions League trophy “ideally before Christmas.”
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