Merson: Chelsea's Performance Against Manchester City Was Embarrassing

According to Sky Sports' Paul Merson, Chelsea's recent 3-0 defeat at home to Manchester City was a dismal display. Merson described the team's performance as "cringeworthy" and criticized the decision to drop Enzo Fernandez, calling it "crazy". The loss has left Chelsea in sixth place, four points behind the top five, and Merson believes that manager Liam Rosenior is under significant pressure ahead of their upcoming match against Manchester United. Merson expressed his concern about Chelsea's chances of qualifying for the Champions League, stating that they need to participate in the competition but are currently struggling to secure a spot in Europe altogether. He questioned the logic behind banning Enzo Fernandez, who is the team's best passer and creator, and argued that his absence was deeply felt during the match against Manchester City. Merson also discussed Tottenham's relegation crisis, saying that the team looks low on confidence and unsure of their style of play. He expressed his worry about their ability to escape the relegation zone, especially with difficult matches against Chelsea and Aston Villa upcoming. Additionally, Merson shared his thoughts on Newcastle's current situation, stating that manager Eddie Howe should not be under pressure despite the team's mid-table position, and that the real concern for Newcastle fans should be the potential departure of key players like Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes.