3 Premier League managers under pressure to perform

#1 Maurizio Sarri

Sarri is under enormous pressure in recent months

Sarri is probably the manager most likely to receive the sack. Following subpar and inconsistent performances, the Blues now have a hard time even getting wins under their belt.

Chelsea have endured goalscoring issues this season with Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud failing to hit the back of the net on a regular basis. Sarri tried to rely on Eden Hazard to bring in goals for the team but even after working tirelessly, the midfielder has lacked the desired output.

In the winter transfer window, Sarri brought in Higuain on loan from Juventus. The Argentine had previously worked with the Italian and he had an immediate impact in Chelsea's superb game against Huddersfield. However, all the positivity was erased as Chelsea crumbled to a 6-0 defeat to Manchester City.

Over the years, the Chelsea board has become well-known for being ruthless in the sacking of managers. Sarri could be the next victim of this trend. The London club now find themselves sitting in sixth in the Premier League table and could miss out on a Champions League spot yet again.

Getting into the finals of the Europa League could be Sarri's sole saviour this season, especially if he fails to overcome United in the upcoming FA Cup tie.