Chelsea crashed out of the Champions League in depressing circumstances, with supporters continuing to question Liam Rosenior in charge of the club.
The Blues were beaten 8-2 by PSG on aggregate after their woeful performance in the second leg, with a Mamadou Sarr error putting an end to any hope of an unlikely comeback.
Chelsea fans could be heard booing Rosenior for subbing off a number of his key players in the second half, clearly thinking about their crucial upcoming Premier League games.
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Joe Cole stands by Liam Rosenior after Chelsea’s Champions League embarrassment
Despite supporters starting to show clear contempt, Joe Cole has refused to leave any of the blame at Rosenior’s door following the European nightmare.
He said to TNT Sports: “This isn’t a Liam Rosenior problem. This is about the strategy and where the club is going. This is a real eye-opener. There should be a real re-think of what they’re doing. As a football club, you’ve got to go club first not business first.
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“It’s not Liam Rosenior.”
Injuries and illnesses saw Chelsea without Reece James and Malo Gusto, leaving Sarr isolated with the tricky task of dealing with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Cole seemed to show his frustration to the ownership, who have faced criticism from all corners since taking over the club.
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The former Chelsea star has already sent a message to the decision makers at the club that they need to address their transfer policy going forwards.
There is not going to be any immediate action taken in regards to Rosenior’s place in charge, however he will only be under more pressure to deliver a top-five finish this season, which would include getting a result against some tough sides.
After a trip to Everton, the Blues will face Manchester City and Manchester United in consecutive games at Stamford Bridge.
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