The former Blues midfielder was visibly frustrated with the player’s lackluster display, calling him a “total flop” and an “embarrassment” to the club.
Cole’s remarks came after the player failed to make an impact in the full 90 minutes of the match, despite Chelsea being held to a draw against one of their biggest rivals.
Cole didn’t hold back, blasting the player’s inability to contribute during such a crucial game. “He’s a total flop and an embarrassment to the club! Even against Arsenal, he couldn’t do a thing in the full 90 minutes!” he said.
His criticism was pointed and harsh, suggesting that the player was out of his depth in the Premier League, especially in such high-profile matches.
“How is he still wearing the jersey? Enough is enough — this guy needs to pack up and find a new club immediately!” Cole continued.
The match itself was a tense one, with Chelsea and Arsenal unable to break the deadlock for the majority of the game.
However, it was clear from Cole’s comments that he believed the player in question was partly responsible for the team’s inability to secure all three points.
Despite the draw, Cole expressed frustration with the player’s overall contribution, emphasizing that when a player is expected to perform in big games like this one, failing to do so can be damaging to the team’s progress.
Cole further added, “If he can’t deliver when it matters, what good is he? Time to cut our losses before he drags us down any further.”
His comments reflect a growing impatience among Chelsea fans and pundits, who have been critical of the player’s form for some time.
The former midfielder believes the club should move on from the player and look to invest in someone who can make a more meaningful impact in the Premier League.
Cole also made a pointed remark about the player’s privilege to be at Chelsea, suggesting that the player should feel fortunate to be wearing the club’s prestigious jersey.
“So lucky to be at this club,” Cole remarked, highlighting his belief that the player’s attitude and performances have not been up to the standard expected from a Chelsea player.
The intense criticism from a Chelsea legend such as Joe Cole only adds to the mounting pressure on the player. Whether the club will act on the calls to sell the player remains to be seen, but Cole’s reaction reflects the growing frustration among supporters who feel the team cannot afford to carry players who fail to perform in critical moments.
