Alan Shearer criticized Pochettino’s coaching abilities, questioning why a high-value player was benched in a crucial game like the one against Manchester United if Pochettino truly understood how to manage a top-tier club. Referring to Pochettino as a ‘BABY COACH,’ Shearer expressed his disapproval of keeping an £80 million star player on the bench during Chelsea’s recent defeat.

Reece James, usually a key figure for Chelsea, unexpectedly started on the bench against Manchester United last night.

Despite being a fan-favorite and a crucial player, his absence from the starting lineup was attributed to his backup, Malo Gusto, being injured and James himself being well-rested due to a previous ban.

However, insider Nathan Gissing suggested that James was benched due to knee pain, though the severity remains uncertain.

There’s hope that the issue is minor, but questions arise about why he was placed on the bench if there’s any risk involved in playing him, especially after being deemed unfit for the starting lineup. Manager Mauricio Pochettino’s upcoming news conference might shed more light on this situation.