Ramires, 24, has been in fine form of late and despite being on good relations with former-boss Andre Villas-Boas, Ramires appreciates the impact Di Matteo has had at the club.
“It’s hard to say why it didn’t work out for Andre but we have all taken strength from the change of coach,” Ramires said.
“When results aren’t good, it’s always down to the manager. But with Robbie in charge we have found more respect in ourselves.
“Robbie has brought in some new ideas and instilled great confidence in us. And we soon began to realise that we are still a great team with great players.
“We have built from our victory in Robbie’s very first game in charge and we have gone from strength to strength since then.”
