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Shocked Sky pundit and Chelsea fan Paul Merson gives his verdict after Blues announced Mauricio Pochettino has left the club

Paul Merson has given his scathing verdict on Mauricio Pochettino's Chelsea exit.

The Blues confirmed that the Argentine would leave his role as manager after just a year in charge, days after guiding them to a sixth place finish in the Premier League and a return to Europe.

The 52-year-old, who is set for an awkward Stamford Bridge return in two weeks, struggled to connect with supporters and struggled for much of the season, lingering in mid-table.

He had turned things around, however, winning his last four games in charge as he secured a respectable finish with the club looking to kick on again next season.