And now Carlo Ancelotti's former No2 is taking legal advice in
an attempt to reach "an amicable solution".
Wilkins abruptly left his role of first-team coach with the
Premier League champions last week after being told his contract
would not be renewed.
He has since been replaced by Michael Emenalo, the club's former
opposition scout.
But boss Ancelotti raised doubts about his role yesterday when
he said the Nigerian would not actually be involved in coaching the
first team.
And now after keeping quiet on the subject, former England
midfielder Wilkins has voiced his frustration getting the boot.
In a statement from the League Managers Association, he said: "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.
"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.
"I therefore will be making no further comment at this
stage."
A Chelsea spokesman said: "We are having amicable discussions
with Ray's legal advisors.
"Although the matter is confidential, we can say that we have
told Ray and his advisors that we will honour the termination
provisions in Ray's contract."