Wilkins takes legal advice over ‘unfair dismissal’

(GSM) – Former Chelsea assistant manager Ray Wilkins is unhappy about the way he was treated by the club following his dismissal on Nov. 11.

Wilkins is frustrated after he was told he was not going to get a new contract and has turned to the League Manager’s Association for legal advice.

“I am very disappointed that the board decided that I had no further contribution to make at Chelsea Football Club which has played such a huge part in my life,” Wilkins said in a statement issued by the LMA.

“Since rejoining the club, I am extremely proud to have assisted in Chelsea’s recent successes. I enjoyed a fantastic relationship with the staff, players and the supporters and I now wish them all the very best for the future.

“The LMA’s legal advisors are assisting me in obtaining answers to a number of questions arising from my undoubtedly unfair dismissal, and all efforts are being made to reach an amicable solution.”

Wilkins, 54, played at Chelsea, Manchester United, Milan and Rangers, winning 84 England caps in his distinguished career.

He returned to the Stamford Bridge club as part of the coaching staff in 2008 under former manager Luiz Felipe Scolari.

He assisted former manager Guus Hiddink as well as current manager Carlo Ancelotti, helping the Italian’s team to win last season’s Premier League and FA Cup double.