In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports, Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino emphasizes the importance of both progress and European qualification as the season approaches its climax.
Despite a challenging season, Chelsea eyes a strong finish, with an FA Cup semi-final against Man City looming and a recent surge in Premier League form.
Unbeaten in seven league games, Chelsea aims to secure European football next season, currently sitting ninth in the table. Pochettino acknowledges the significance of the club’s journey while emphasizing the need for results.
“The Premier League is a competitive league, and we want to finish as high as possible. Of course, we also pay attention to progress, improvement and the journey, but it’s about both.
He added: “You cannot say one is more important than the other and that’s because when you go to a game and you’re fans are at the stadium, they want to win.
“Yes, we do have to pay attention to the process and the evolution of the team. They will help us to win games in the future and that is the principal objective of this club.
“But competing in Europe next season would be good for the club and good for the group’s development.”
With an eye on the future, Pochettino remains optimistic about Chelsea’s trajectory, despite criticism and inconsistency. As the season winds down, Chelsea faces Everton, with Pochettino highlighting the importance of maintaining the right approach against challenging opponents.
