Joe Cole fears that the rift in the Chelsea ownership will filter down to the squad and cause serious problems for Enzo Maresca and his efforts to improve their fortunes on the field.
The reputed rift between Todd Boehly and co-owners Clearlake doesn t have a clear path to resolution and Cole feels that it could cause factions to develop at Stamford Bridge.
Cole insists that it is just a matter of time before that starts to happen and makes Maresca s life difficult.
Clearlake, who were co-founded by Behdad Eghbali and Jose Feliciano, are reportedly keen on acquiring a larger stake in the club.
Cole is concerned that the rift at the top will lead to players becoming unsettled and wanting to leave Chelsea.
“I think that clearly at the club, it s…