Chelsea are denying rumours that manager Carlo Ancelotti has walked out
The Italian is said to be frustrated with the decision to sack assistant Coach Ray Wilkins without his approval
The blues remain top despite losing their second game in a row on Saturday
Speaking after there loss to Birmingham on Saturday the Chelsea manager insisted that Wilkins exit was not affecting the team
Elsewhere
Manchester City have cut the gap on the leaders to just 3 points following yesterdays 4-1 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage
Carlos Tevez scoring twice there while Zabelletta and Ya Ya Toure also got on the score sheet, City are now just 3 points behind leaders Chelsea
Aston Villa lost 2-0 to Blackburn at E-wood park
Morten Gamst Pederson with both goals there