With Chelsea clinching its 6th English premier League title, they are sure having their turn in the limelight—not that it’s such a new thing for them, anyway. They can go all out to celebrate their triumph even with two matches left.
Chelsea won the coveted trophy in England with a 1-0 away win over West Bromwich Albion on May 12, under the tactical guidance of Antonio Conte, a first timer in English Premier League. Chelsea, no doubt, had a great run this season, winning the matches that mattered with their innovative formation, which had most teams second-guessing the lethal power of their coach’s antics.
This might seem too early, but it is interesting to speculate what happens next after this outing, especially with the transfer window coming and the return to the UCL, which has its peculiar pressures. Chelsea is likely to encounter hurdles upon hurdles. How you might ask? Here are some of the reasons why they are likely to miss out on all the trophies and not retain their title next season.
1. UCL Rumbles
With winning the premier league title, Chelsea has automatic ticket to next seasons UEFA Champions League, which they didn’t make this season, giving them better chances at focusing on the premier league. Though there might be other factors, but this can be easily linked to their win. Other teams like Manchester United, Arsenal, Tottenham and Manchester City had their hands full with championship and other competitions.
2. Adapt to Conte’s style
Conte’s freshness in England paid off as his formation is quite new, catching other teams unawares. Come next season, teams would have familiarized themselves with his style which puts Chelsea on the precarious position. Now the chances of his coming with a new formation is likely impossible as coaches are known to use what works best for them.
3. Likely Exist of Eden Hazard
Hazard is undoubtedly the fireman for Chelsea and with Real Madrid showing interest in him, his chances of remaining at Stanford Bridge is slim. This might not be a major problem but finding an adequate replacement immediately is definitely a problem for Chelsea.
4. Transfer Market
The transfer market opens very soon and who knows who will be leaving and who will remain and how quick can the team regroup to make a formidable entity like the just concluded season? Not forgetting the fact that other teams will be tightening any loose end.
Mourinho and Pep Guardiola are coming for the win next season as the latter would want to continue with his track record of been a winner.


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