Who is Chelsea interim boss Bruno Saltor? Ex-Brighton player and member of Graham Potter’s staff in charge
CHELSEA have sacked manager Graham Potter, following a dismal run of results.
The former Brighton manager, 47, was relieved of his duties by Toddy Boehly following a crisis meeting at the club’s training ground.
Bruno Saltor will take charge of the West Londoners until a permanent successor for Potter is appointed.
A club statement read: “Chelsea FC has announced that Graham Potter has departed the club. Graham has agreed to collaborate with the Club to facilitate a smooth transition.
“In his time with the club, Graham has taken us to the quarter-final of the Champions League, where we will face Real Madrid.
“Chelsea would like to thank Graham for all his efforts and contribution and wish him well for the future.”
“Bruno Saltor will take charge of the team as Interim Head Coach.”
Potter was fired just six months into a five-year deal worth £12million, after a dismal 2-0 home defeat to Aston Villa saw the Blues fall to 11th.
Who is Bruno Saltor?
Known simply as Bruno, the Spanish coach had an impressive career in LaLiga – playing right back for Espanyol, Almeria and Valencia.
He also played over 200 games for Brighton – so was a firm fans’ favourite.
In 2019, he became senior player development coach with the Seagulls, before moving to Stamford Bridge as part of Potter’s coaching team.
He once told Sky Sports: “I never thought I was going to get into coaching this quickly.
“The manager’s leadership is amazing as he allows every one of us the freedom to contribute whatever knowledge and experience we have.”