I would say Chelsea was quite unlucky throughout last season. Of course, we all know that every club would experience the same at least once in a decade. So for now it will make no sense if we keep pressing on the "WHY" of Chelsea's condition.
We all seem to know what the main reasons, so even if it's discussed many times I don't think it's going to be of much use. Chelsea have found a better solution for next season, that includes signing Mauricio Pochettino as their new coach.
So far Chelsea has good squad depth compared to some other teams, but they need a good touch from a coach so that this player's abilities can really be maximized. Pochettino has laid out a plan for his squad and may have got some good names to include in his plans for next season.
Many keep talking about Potter and Todd Boehly as the sole cause of the club's predicament while few speak about the way forward. I'm more worried about how the new chelsea would be in the next season, seeing that the club is already showing signs of a bad start by planning on selling Covasic and Kante.
I think Pochettino has spoken to every player so far. All players included in the plan will be retained, while those not included in the plan may be sold. Chelsea are also rumored to be releasing many players, so not only Mateo Kovačić and Kante, but several others including Kai Havertz, Hakim Ziyech and Mason Mount are also rumored to be leaving the club.
How can you say Chelsea won't be able to win a title next season when they have breaks from all European competition and only focusing on domestic competition.
I'm not optimistic about that possibility even though next season Chelsea only has domestic competition than the other 4 teams that have qualified for the Champions League. Manchester City, Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool tend to be I believe to be the team more likely to win the title than Chelsea but if Chelsea can do it then I will really be very surprised about.
Remember Chelsea are known for giving managers trophy and I think it is only Graham Potter that didn't leave Chelsea with any trophy in the last couple of years. Pochettino will be winning a trophy with Chelsea next season.
I don't expect Chelsea to do that for Pochettino in his first season but anything is possible about that. Next season I will still be loyal to Manchester City, but I will not underestimate any team that actually has a chance to win it.