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Terry speaks out over Wilkins' departure

ESPN staff
November 16, 2010
John Terry admits he was sad to see Ray Wilkins leave Chelsea © Getty Images
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Chelsea captain John Terry has revealed his surprise at the sudden departure of assistant manager Ray Wilkins.

Wilkins was dismissed by the club last week after being told his contract would not be renewed, and left the club with immediate effect.

Terry has often been consulted by owner Roman Abramovich, but he admitted he knew nothing of the decision to release Wilkins.

"Everyone is sad to see Ray go," Terry said in The Times. "It was an unexpected decision, but we have to move on and stay calm. Ray was a great person to have around the club. He would always pick you up when you were down.

"If there was a problem for any players or staff, he would be the first to call them to make sure everything was OK and ask if there was any way he could help. And all that came alongside his knowledge and coaching ability on the field.

"He is someone we all respect for what he did in the game and what he's done since his playing career."

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