Graham Potter admits waiting for right opportunity is worth the wait (given long and tough journey to reach top)
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Graham Potter was discussing his approach to rejoining football management and the considerations that guided his decision on whether to return immediately after leaving Chelsea.
Graham Potter said “I spoke to lots of teams and lots of clubs but it was recognising that journey [he had been on as a coach] was a long journey, a tough journey. Unless the right opportunity came along I wasn’t rushing to go back into football. It had to be right for me. I spoke to a few clubs but it wasn’t the right thing. It was important I was patient and waited for the right opportunity and took the time with the family to reflect and think about what I wanted to do. Now I’m in that good place where I’m happy to be ready and looking forward to the next challenge.”
Graham Potter explained his readiness to return to management and his eagerness to find the right opportunity after a break from football.
Graham Potter said “I’ve had a great break. It was important for me to take a break, reflect and re-energise. It was a good time to look at other things, other sports, other teams and visit places. I’ve felt ready to return for a little while. It still has to be the right thing, but I’m excited for it. I’m excited to hear what the opportunities are and I’ll take each one and judge it on its merits. It wasn’t so long ago that Eddie Howe left Bournemouth after they had been relegated, he took 18 months out and now he’s at Newcastle doing brilliant things. If you look at Unai Emery, how he was received after leaving Arsenal and look at what he’s doing now.”
Graham Potter reflected on his time at Chelsea and shared how that experience, despite its challenges, contributed to his growth as a coach.
Graham Potter said “This is the job, the challenge of football. I see it [Chelsea] as an unbelievable experience that I’ve had, it didn’t go as well as I’d have liked. I have to take responsibility for that, but I think I’m better for it and I’ll be a better coach, for sure.”
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