It’s a real change that Chelsea will experience. Goalkeeper coach from 2007 to 2016 then joining the club’s recruitment service while managing the goalkeepers on loan from Chelsea, Christophe Lollichon (59) left his mark in the results of the English club. Emblematic coach of Petr Cech whom he had known in Rennes and Thibaut Courtois with the Blues, Christophe Lollichon had also held the position for a decade in Nantes between 1985 and 1996). Operating in the staff of Jean-Claude Suaudeau at the Canaries and László Bölöni at the Bretons, he also worked alongside José Mourinho, Carlo Ancelotti, Guus Hiddink, Rafael Benitez or André Villas-Boas.
An English episode of 15 years which ends for him where he will have participated in two victories in the Champions League, two victories in the Europa League or even in obtaining three Premier Leagues. “After 15 years at Chelsea FC, it is time to announce that I am leaving the Blues. From coaching first-team goalkeepers to working with loanees and the recruitment department, being part of the club’s success has been an honour. Thank you to the fans and everyone at the club.” he announced on Twitter.
After 15 years at Chelsea FC, it’s time to announce that I am leaving the Blues. From 1st team goalkeeper coach to working with the keepers on loan and the recruitment dept, being a part of the club’s success has been an honour. Thank you to the fans & everyone at the club. 💙 pic.twitter.com/H3sZbz8fGW
— Christophe Lollichon (@chrislollichon) May 22, 2022