BREAKING NEWS: ‘He is not helping us at all, look at how he ghosted against Burnley. Pochettino needs to bench him if he truly wants to win Manchester United today, Former Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho identifies the single Chelsea player that needs to be traded this summer to make place for new faces. He needs to Leave Chelsea with immediate effect what a Flop 😡🤬

Paul Merson, renowned for his football insights, has weighed in on Chelsea’s forthcoming clash with Manchester United in the Premier League. He’s not only analyzed the game but also issued a caution to Erik ten Hag, the manager of Chelsea, highlighting the immense pressure he would face if his team fails to perform in the next two fixtures.

Scheduled for Thursday night, Mauricio Pochettino’s Chelsea will host Manchester United at Stamford Bridge. The anticipation is palpable as both clubs seek redemption following lackluster performances before the international break. Chelsea’s recent struggles under Pochettino’s leadership have been evident, with the team languishing in the bottom half of the Premier League table despite significant investment in new players under the ownership of Todd Boehly, exceeding £1 billion.

Chelsea’s predicament is stark: they find themselves closer to the relegation zone than to the league leaders, Liverpool. Meanwhile, Manchester United, although currently positioned higher in the league standings, are grappling with their own disappointments, notably their premature exit from the Champions League group stage.

For ten Hag and his Chelsea side, the path to Champions League qualification seems arduous, with Tottenham and Aston Villa holding substantial leads over them. As they aim to bridge the gap, the pressure on ten Hag to deliver results in the upcoming matches against Manchester United and beyond is immense. The stakes are high, and the spotlight glaring, as Chelsea strives to salvage their season and secure their place among Europe’s elite clubs.