Antonio Conte hits out at Chelsea’s lack of signings and the sale of Nemanja Matic to title rivals Manchester United

Aug 04, 2017

ANGRY Antonio Conte has hit out at Chelsea’s lack of transfer action and the sale of Nemanja Matic, warning: “This will be the most difficult season of my career as a coach for sure.”

The Premier League-winning boss fears his squad is not strong enough to sustain another title challenge after selling seven players and signing only four this summer.

Antonio Conte is frustrated at the lack of signings made by champions Chelsea

Alvaro Morata is the main buy made for Chelsea this summer - but it is not good enough for boss Antonio Conte — Former Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata is the main buy made for Chelsea this summer – but it is not good enough for boss Antonio Conte

And in a clear sign all is not well at the club, he made no attempt to hide his annoyance at the decision to sell midfielder Matic to Manchester United in a £40million deal this week.

Asked why the Serbian international had been allowed to sign for a direct title rival, Conte snapped: “You will have to ask the club about this.

“We have a very small squad and it’s very important to improve the numerical aspect.

“One new player will not be enough. We need more players.

“It’s important that the club knows my opinion and they are trying to do the best for our team.

“But now we have to wait.”