Antonio Conte points to Emenalo exit as key factor in Chelsea’s tough season

Michael Emenalo, left, and Antonio Conte at Chelsea’s training ground in September.Antonio Conte has pointed to the departure of Michael Emenalo as Chelsea’s technical director in the autumn as a key moment in a difficult campaign, as the Italian prepares for what could be his final league game in charge of the club.Emenalo, one of Roman Abramovich’s most trusted lieutenants, ended a 10-year association with Chelsea in early November despite the owner having personally attempte