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Chelsea co-owner Egbali addressed dejected players after Villa home defeat

Chelsea co-owner Behdad Egbali entered the home dressing room after defeat to Aston Villa yesterday.

The Blues lost 1-0 as Ollie Watkins grabbed Villa's winner after the second-half dismissal of Chelsea fullback Malo Gusto.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports Eghbali entered the home dressing room after the final whistle and addressed the players.

It's reported Eghbali discussed the team's poor results and tried to pick up the dejected youngsters.

Eghbali also gave his full support to manager Mauricio Pochettino in connection with the signing.

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