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Chelsea news: Antonio Conte is the only person that can answer one question - Shevchenko
ANTONIO CONTE is probably the best person to ask how he feels about managing Chelsea.
Antonio Conte has cut a glum figure at Chelsea this season
That is the verdict of former Chelsea striker Andriy Shevchenko.
Chelsea have seen their title defence fold spectacularly and they find themselves going into Sunday’s clash against Manchester City (4pm) 22 points behind the table toppers.
Conte has cut a frustrated figure on the Stamford Bridge touchline this season, voicing his frustration over the club’s transfer policy.
While the Italian tactician faces an uncertain future, Shevchenko has given his backing.
When asked about how Conte feels, Shevchenko said: “I think it's better if you ask him if he's happy.
I think it's better if you ask him if he's happy
“Of course it all depends on the result. I still think he's doing a great job.
“It's been a very difficult season for Chelsea - Champions League comes, last year it was only the Premier League and he won it.
“It was a great performance, team playing very well, couple of important players left, couple of injuries.”
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When pressed for his thoughts about the work Conte is doing, Shevchenko added: “I think it's a different challenge in the moment for him.
“A team needs to have a result. Last game was great first half for Chelsea, playing very well, creating chances, second half it was team under pressure a little bit, didn't perform well.
“You need to get some results and everything changes quickly.”
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