Departing Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink says his spell at the club was not about fiscal matters.

The Dutchman had a successful three-and-a-half-months at Stamford Bridge, culminating in the FA Cup trophy, but said that he did not take the role for money.

"Chelsea is in my heart," he said.

"In all works of life, people come in for a short period and then go. Those left behind had no idea who they were or what they did. It hasn't been like that for me.

"The players responded to my way of working from virtually the very first day. We developed a strong relationship. That is why I feel a lot for this club.

"It is not just about where the money was. I can honestly say I never thought of it. That just would not work.

"There had to be the foundation of a real club."