Former Super Eagles midfielder Mikel Obi has criticized Chelsea's current management, led by Todd Boehly, for poor performance and ineffective transfer policies. Obi, a former Chelsea player, claims the club's recent strategy has led to disappointing results, risking the team becoming a mid-table club rather than a top contender.
Former Super Eagles midfielder Mikel Obi has expressed strong dissatisfaction with Chelsea's management under the BlueCo Consortium, led by Todd Boehly, which acquired the club in 2022. Obi, who had a distinguished eleven-year career with Chelsea, has criticized the club’s recent strategies and performances.
Since the takeover, Chelsea has implemented a new transfer policy, bringing in numerous young and relatively unproven players. This shift has not been successful, with the team struggling in the Premier League, finishing sixth and eleventh in the past two seasons. The current season’s outlook remains grim, partly due to a disappointing pre-season and the appointment of Enzo Maresca, a manager with limited experience.
Obi voiced his concerns about the club’s direction, stating that the current management's approach is problematic. He believes that without significant changes, Chelsea risks becoming a mid-table team, rather than competing at the top level. Obi's comments reflect growing frustration among fans and former players about the club’s recent trajectory. Chelsea’s upcoming match against Manchester City is seen as a critical test for the team’s prospects this season.
