Graham Potter has revealed his family life and mental health have been affected by troubles at Chelsea.
The former Albion boss has seen his team win just twice in their last 14 games after getting off to a strong start under his command.
Potter was in jovial mood as he arrived at his press conference today ahead of the match with Tottenham, joking he had been a crisis meeting and adding: “I’m still here.”
But he spoke of the pressures of the job which tempted him away from the Seagulls early in the season.
Potter said: “I don’t think anybody is really bothered.
“That’s the truth. Because I’m the manager of Chelsea.
“I’ve been asked for four months about pressure. When the results are what they are, you accept it.
“It’s fascinating to see the process play itself out.
“I’ve sat here for four months and answered questions about pressure, about time, have you spoken to the owners. It’s the same questions every week.
“The mood (with reporters) has always been relatively positive and respectful.
“But it’s not to say it’s easy. Your family life suffers, your mental health suffers. Your personality. It’s hard.
“(The media) are not really bothered. That’s how it is.
“Supporters are entitled to be angry.
“My response is there are things that are contributing factors to that result (against Southampton).
“I’m not here to convince them (with words).
“My actions have got to convince them. We’ve got to win matches. There’s nothing I can say.”
Tickets for Albion's trip to Chelsea, as well as games at Tottenham and Bournemouth, go on sale next week.
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