Merson Slams Chelsea's 'Embarrassing' Performance Against Manchester City

Paul Merson has expressed his disappointment with Chelsea's 3-0 home defeat to Manchester City, labeling their performance as 'cringeworthy'. Merson criticized the decision to drop Enzo Fernandez, citing it as a 'crazy' move that backfired. He believes Chelsea are under immense pressure to secure a Champions League spot, and their current form is a major concern. The team's inability to perform under pressure and their tendency to 'capitulate' when behind are significant issues that need to be addressed. Merson also discussed Tottenham's relegation struggles, stating that they lack confidence and are unsure of their style of play. He warned that Newcastle United should be concerned about potentially losing key players like Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes rather than manager Eddie Howe's position being under threat.