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John Terry has broken his silence on being left behind for Chelsea’s trip to Manchester City, admitting he was deeply frustrated to be excluded from the traveling coaching staff.
Since returning to Cobham in January 2022, John Terry has held a part-time coaching consultancy role within the Chelsea Academy.
Working individually with the U21 and U18 squads to pass on his experience as Chelsea’s most successful captain, his involvement has proven crucial. However, he’s not the manager of the Under-21s.
One of the players that Terry has his eyes on is Landon Emenalo, a 17-year-old who has been raised by former Chelsea chief Michael Emenalo.
However, it was the decision to leave Terry out of the coaching team to face Manchester City that is on his mind of late.
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John Terry thinks he should have been involved for Chelsea against Manchester City
John Terry was Jimmy Bullard’s guest on the Golf Life YouTube channel, where he shared his disappointment at not being involved against Manchester City.
“Not annoyed. Probably more frustrated because I was certainly part of that U21s group that went over.
“So even if I didn’t take the team. Obviously, Calum took the team and did really well. Got a result out of the game.
“I feel like I should have been part of that. Now listen. People have got to make decisions. I love it when people make decisions and they go yes or no.”
Chelsea ended up drawing the game 1-1 in what was a very impressive performance.
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John Terry needs more involvement at Chelsea
At a time when Liam Rosenior is struggling to find a defensive solution at Chelsea, Terry remains the only figure at Cobham who truly understands the elite standards.
His presence in the dugout wouldn’t just be about tactical consultation; it would be about restoring a winning culture that is currently missing.
While the hierarchy prioritises data-driven appointments like Calum McFarlane, they are ignoring the value of a leader who can command a dressing room by sheer presence. Terry should be more involved because Chelsea’s young, brittle backline lacks a general.
By keeping Mr. Chelsea at arm’s length, the board is denying the mentorship of the greatest defender in Premier League history.