Abramovich is a demanding employer – Conte

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has said club
owner Roman Abramovich is “very demanding”
but “a great football enthusiast.”
Conte, who was named as Jose Mourinho’s
permanent successor in April, took up his role
at Stamford Bridge in July and has signed a
three-year contract.
The Italian last month dismissed suggestions
his position was precarious after a dip in form
and has since seen his team win four straight
Premier League games.
The Blues are one point behind leaders
Manchester City, having beaten Manchester
United 4-0 last month on the day before
Abramovich’s birthday.
And Conte told Sky Italia: “He’s a very
demanding employer but a great football
enthusiast.
“Mr Abramovich is an employer and owner
who has great passion. He wants to know and
understand your ideas.
“He went to Austria to follow our training
sessions. He comes to Cobham to spend time
with us and watch the videos I show to my
players, because he really wants to
understand. I think that this is wonderful.”
Chelsea play Everton in the Premier League at
Stamford Bridge on Saturday as they look to
make it five wins in succession.