Deco left in disbelief over Scolari's sacking at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea playmaker Deco has admitted he only joined the club because Luiz Felipe Scolari was the manager.The Brazilian-born Portugal international signed from Barcelona for £8million last summer, but has failed to reproduce the performances that made him one of the most dangerous players in Europe during his time in La Liga and at Porto. Happy couple: Deco (right) has worked with Luiz Felipe Scolari for club and countryThe 31-year-old has struggled to adapt to the pace and power of the Premier League and faces an uncertain future following Chelsea's surprise decision to axe Scolari.'I was shocked when I heard the news, I almost could not believe it,' said Deco.'The reason I came to Chelsea was to play for Scolari. He explained the ambitious project they had here and that's why I decided to sign.'I rejected a lot of other offers to join them.' Guus Hiddink to be appointed temporary Chelsea manager after Russia clear Dutchman to take on dual coaching roleWhere did it all go wrong! Results that cost Scolari his jobCHELSEA FC NEWS FROM ACROSS THE NET  

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