Pedro backs Cesc Fabregas to get through tough period at Chelsea

“At this point I then chose to get all CSI about it and called the original Radio 4 reporter and he obligingly told me that whatever was said or intimated in the press six weeks ago after his story was first aired, it definitively was NOT Cesc Fàbregas who was the culprit!”

It completes a swift turnaround from Jose Mourinho’s time in charge when, not only could he not get near the first team, he also had to deal with getting pelters from Chelsea’s star players.

Goals from Branislav Ivanovic, Pedro Rodriguez and Oscar put Chelsea into a commanding lead before Sunderland striker Fabio Borini netted a late consolation for the visitors.

As for Chelsea, interim coach Guus Hiddink will likely be in contact with the hierarchy to discuss their activity during the January transfer window, although it remains to be seen if they sign off on any significant transfer dealings until the summer when a new long-term appointment is made.

Former Barcelona midfielder Pedro insists Fabregas will prove his loyalty to the west London club as Chelsea bid to turn their poor league form on its head.

Reacting to Mourinho’s Stamford Bridge exit last week, Fabregas tweeted: “Thank you for all you have done for me”.

“I understand why the fans are so upset”.

But various British media reported that Fabregas was not against Mourinho, who saw the 28-year- old as one of his biggest allies.

Spain forward Pedro has backed his club and worldwide teammate Cesc Fabregas to overcome hostility from some Chelsea F.C. fans and come good for the defending Premier League champions.

The fact that we’re reduced to fighting amongst each other and defending one Chelsea man against another is rather fitting for this nonsense season we’re having. I owe you a lot and we will all miss you. They have always been with us, together.

“I don’t say anything against them, they are part of us”.