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Kai Havertz admits Graham Potter's sacking was 'frustrating' for Chelsea's players because the certainty of a long-term manager is 'easier' for the squad... as German sees goal chalked off for handball in Liverpool stalemate

Kai Havertz has described Graham Potter's departure from Chelsea as 'frustrating' as the club launched yet another new manager search.

Potter had been in charge at Stamford Bridge for less then seven months when he was fired on Sunday night in the wake of a 2-0 home defeat to Aston Villa with the club 11th in the table.

Bruno Saltor has taken temporary charge and his first game ended in a goalless draw with Liverpool on Tuesday evening.

Speaking after the game, in which he saw a goal disallowed for handball, Havertz admitted the lack of a long-term coach in the dug-out was disruptive for the players.