Premier League – Di Matteo mulls a change of approach

Premier League Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo is pondering a change of tactics to try and arrest a slump in form by his side, who have won just once in their last seven games.

The Blues were beaten 2-1 at in-form West Bromwich Albion on Saturday and Di Matteo is seeking a swift response with a tough trip to Juventus in the Champions League next on the agenda.

Maybe it is time where we might have to change a little bit in terms of our selection and the way we play.

Roberto Di Matteo

The Italian said after a below-par display at The Hawthorns: “This season we are playing a little bit different, but we might have to go back to be able to win games and make sure first and foremost we don’t concede.

“Maybe it is time where we might have to change a little bit in terms of our selection and the way we play.

“We are disappointed and maybe it is time to look at things, maybe change it a bit and get a win.

“We will look at the set-up of the team and maybe sacrifice a bit the attacking options to go a little bit more defensive.”

Chelsea are currently second in Champions League Group E, level on points with Shakhtar Donetsk and just a point in front of Juve ahead of their Tuesday showdown.

The Blues are 14/5 to gain a draw in Turin on Tuesday and are 16/5 to win the game and secure a knockout stage place, while they are 4/1 to keep a clean sheet.

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