Don’t Put Pressure On Nkunku – Pochettino Warns Chelsea Fans
In a recent statement, Chelsea’s manager, Mauricio Pochettino, has issued a cautionary message to the Blues’ fans, advising against placing undue pressure on Christopher Nkunku.
The admonition follows Nkunku’s inaugural start for Chelsea in their victorious clash against Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday. Notably, Nkunku played a pivotal role in securing the win, scoring a crucial penalty during the shoot-out after the match concluded in a 1-1 draw.
In an exclusive interview with TribalFootball, Pochettino emphasized the youthfulness of players like Nkunku, underscoring the challenges they face, particularly in recovering from injuries.
He urged supporters to temper their expectations and allow the player the necessary time to find his optimal form.”We are talking about young players who arrive and suffer an injury, like Christopher. Now they join the team, and in the midst of the competition, they need time to start performing and to reach their best form.
The expectation is to see the best Nkunku, and we need time for him to perform in the way that we expect.”Pochettino emphasized the distinction between a player’s availability and their actual performance level. He stressed the importance of not rushing Nkunku’s development and pledged not to burden him with excessive day-to-day pressure, emphasizing the need to allow him the time required to contribute effectively to the team.
“We will not put too much pressure on him day by day and push him to arrive as soon as possible at his best to try to help the team.”This cautionary approach by Pochettino reflects the thoughtful management of emerging talent and echoes the club’s commitment to nurturing players for sustained success rather than immediate results.