United<\/a> player's jibe referred to the overall amount spent since Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital bought the Blues in May 2022.<\/p>\nIn response, Pochettino said: “I don't hear what he said, but if you compare the ages of the two groups, I think it's similar. But listen, I have a good relationship with Gary and I don't know how I can accept it but I respect his opinion.<\/p>\n
“Of course we made some changes like Gallagher and [Ben] Chilwell in extra time, but it's true that we didn't keep the energy that allowed us to finish the second half. I don't know how to describe this situation, but I'm definitely proud of the players, I think they made a big effort.<\/p>\n
“We are a young team and nothing to compare with Liverpool because they also finished with some young players. It's impossible to compare and he knows that. He knows the dynamic is completely different. I think it's not just to talk about that. way if he says that.<\/p>\n
\u201cBut we\u2019re going to stay strong and believe in this project and see what we can do in the future.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Carabao Cup was Chelsea's best chance of winning silverware in a disappointing first season under Pochettino, with his side sitting 11th in the Premier League after 25 games. They are, however, still alive in the FA Cup, where they will play a fifth round match against Leeds United on Wednesday.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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