Pochettino highlights Chelsea's 'big improvement' on his watch

London: Mauricio Pochettino said Chelsea had shown a big improvement during his single season as manager in his first public comments since his Stam...

London: Mauricio Pochettino said Chelsea had shown a "big improvement" during his single season as manager in his first public comments since his Stamford Bridge exit.

The Argentine left the club by mutual consent last month despite a strong end to a turbulent season in which they spent much of the campaign languishing in mid-table in the Premier League.

The Blues won their final five games to finish sixth and earn a place in the UEFA Conference League, also reaching the final of the League Cup and the semi-finals of the FA Cup.

On Monday, Chelsea appointed Leicester boss Enzo Maresca as Pochettino's successor on a five-year deal.

Addressing the club's ownership and supporters via social media, Pochettino, 52, he said he had worked hard to "give you a Chelsea you can be proud of".