After the takeover, Tod Boehly splurged £271.1 million in the summer transfer window, only to see his team languishing in 8th position. The club from London has learned it the hard way that injecting cash without proper planning could lead to a season like the one the blues are witnessing.

Although, the new owner in town is doing his utmost to rectify the earlier errors by investing wisely this term. The sacking of Tuchel prematurely has also taken a toll. The Blues, etched in past glories, are way behind their counterparts and are seriously running the risk of missing out on UCL football next season.

Potter will take charge of his first-ever transfer window in Chelsea colors, and these are the three underlying issues that the former Brighton manager needs to bring to light.

3) Replace the aging midfield.

The unwillingness of the board to invest in the aging midfield of Chelsea is one of the significant reasons for their major downfall. The midfield of Chelsea consists of two categories of players- One in their twilight years and the other that should've been moved on years ago. The Blue's midfield lacks pace, creativity and energy. Chelsea's only source of creativity comes from their wingbacks. The signing of Enzo, could be the ideal start

2) Sort out the right back position.

Recce James has been the only shining light for Potter this term. But the England international has been plagued by injuries, and Chelsea lacks a natural replacement in the RWB position. The wingback position is detrimental in a five-at-the-back setup, and Azpilicueta (33) doesn't possess the necessary qualities to be in the conversation with James. 

1) Get a proper out-and-out striker

Since Diego Costa's departure, Chelsea has cried out for an out-an-out striker. Many names tried their bit, but none could cement himself as the man to lead the line at Stamford Bridge. Their emergency signing in Aubameyang has failed to hit the ground running. Names like Havertz and Sterling, who have had a say in that position, lack the predatorial instincts of an out-and-out striker. The Blues have netted only 20 goals this term, which is a major concern.