Scolari happy without Robinho

Chelsea boss plans for success without Brazilian

Last updated: 30th August 2008  

Scolari happy without Robinho

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Chelsea manager Luiz Felipe Scolari does not feel that the signing of Robinho is crucial in the pursuit of silverware at Stamford Bridge.

The Blues spent the majority of the summer chasing Real Madrid playmaker Robinho and they remain confident they will capture the Brazilian before the end of the transfer window.

Robinho is also keen on a move to the Premier League, but time is running out for Chelsea chief executive Peter Kenyon to strike a deal ahead of the deadline.

Scolari, who is preparing for his first London derby on Sunday when Tottenham visit, insists his team would be able to cope without Robinho.

"If he's not here, I have my players. He's one more important player - quality, velocity, many things - but I have very, very good players here," said Scolari.

"If Peter doesn't buy Robinho, I have 23 who are here, training and playing.

"If we want one more player with quality, Peter tries to buy him. If he doesn't come, he doesn't come. I have players for that position, no problem."