Spurs’ lack of silverware would not be tolerated at Chelsea, says Sarri

Maurizio Sarri doubts Chelsea would tolerate four years without a trophy in the way Tottenham have under Mauricio Pochettino.

Sarri and Pochettino have attracted plaudits, despite sharing the unwanted distinction of not having won any silverware in their managerial careers.

Sarri admits Chelsea’s history suggests he must end his drought to remain as boss.

Asked if he would be afforded four years at Chelsea without a trophy, Sarri said: “I don’t think so, but I don’t know. It’s up to the club – if it’s more important to win, or more important to improve the players.”

Sarri takes his Blues side to Tottenham’s temporary Wembley ‘home’ on Saturday seeking to extend a 12-match unbeaten start to the Premier League season.

The expense of the construction of Tottenham’s new stadium at White Hart Lane and the continued uncertainty over when they will play there may have contributed to Pochettino being unable to end Spurs’ 10-year wait for a trophy.

Pochettino signed a contract extension until 2023 last summer and Sarri has sympathy with his lack of silverware.

“I want to win something just to avoid this question,” the 59-year-old Italian added.

“Sometimes there are the conditions for winning. Sometimes not.

“It’s clear he’s a very important coach, with a trophy or without a trophy.”