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Watford vs. Chelsea: Antonio Conte’s Key Pre-Match Press Conference Quotes
- Updated: August 19, 2016
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte was coy when quizzed on the club’s transfer policy during his weekly press conference, insisting they are biding their time when it comes to possible incomings. He also touched upon comparisons between himself and forward Diego Costa.
The Blues triumphed in Conte’s first Premier League game in charge, with a late winner from the striker securing a 2-1 win over West Ham United.
Addressing the media on Friday ahead of his side’s trip to Watford, the Italian coach insisted Chelsea are still looking for ways to improve the side, per the club’s official Twitter feed:
Conte: ‘It’s difficult to speak about the transfer policy before a game. I repeat: we are waiting for the right solution to improve #CFC.’
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 19, 2016
Chelsea have landed Michy Batshuayi and N’Golo Kante this summer, although the squad does look short in some areas. According to Jason Burt of the Daily Telegraph, the Blues are also ready to bid £60 million in an attempt to secure Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly.
Conte also spoke about Juan Cuadrado, who was loaned out to Juventus last season by his predecessor Jose Mourinho, although the Italian didn’t seem totally convinced that the Colombian winger has a long-term future at Stamford Bridge:
Conte: ‘For Cuadrado we are waiting. The situation must become more clear about his position. Now he’s Chelsea’s player.’ #CFC
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 19, 2016
The team Conte did send out on Monday against the Hammers played very well, even though Costa did salvage the points for the team late on.
His goal prompted wild celebrations from those inside Stamford Bridge, including Conte himself, who bounced down the touchline and embraced a supporter. The exuberant actions on the touchline have become a trademark of his management style, and the former Juventus chief was unashamed in admitting his passion for the game:
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