The Athletic FC Podcast

Why the timing is right for Pochettino and Chelsea

Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea writers Simon Johnson &amp; Liam Twomey and Jack Pitt-Brooke, our Tottenham correspondent.
The panel discussed how Mauricio Pochettino has become firm favourite to be that man as the new permanent Chelsea manager &amp; why the timing couldn’t be better for all parties involved.
Also how Chelsea's dismal form puts Pochettino in a position of strength, why the state of the squad could suit his skills and how his Spurs links will be a hindrance if things don't start well. 
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