The Chelsea head coach doubts whether missing out on Europe's top competition will hamper the English side in the transfer market
Antonio Conte played down the impact missing out on the Champions League would have on Chelsea's pulling power in the transfer market as his side fight to finish in the Premier League's top four.
Failing to qualify for next season's Champions League is a real possibility for the Blues, who are fifth and four points adrift of fourth-placed Liverpool with eight matches remaining in the Premier League, following Wednesday's European exit to Barcelona.
Conte has lamented Chelsea's transfer business throughout the season after claiming the title last term, having missed out on signing Romelu Lukaku – who opted for Manchester United before the start of the campaign – while a move for Roma's Edin Dzeko failed to materialise.