On The Ball

Graham Potter a low-profile man in a high-stakes job

Graham Potter has a keen, adaptable tactical mind and is an expert in polishing talent. PHOTO: EPA-EFE
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Graham Potter is a low-key character. Rather by accident than design, his unveiling as the new Chelsea manager ended up happening in low-key fashion.

The death of Queen Elizabeth II and the resultant cancellation of this weekend's Premier League fixtures, as well as his press conference unveiling, faded Chelsea's appointment of the former Brighton & Hove Albion manager to the back burners.

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