Chelsea are currently in discussions with available manager Mauricio Pochettino, according to reports.
Mauricio Pochettino, 51, is a managerial candidate for Chelsea emerging in the media speculation.
Fresh claims today explain that the Blues are now speaking with the Argentine coach.
Well-respected journalist Fabrizio Romano has reported that Chelsea are holding conversations with Pochettino right now about taking charge at Stamford Bridge.
It is understood that the 51-year-old’s previous time in the Premier League could be a factor to help his case.
Julian Nagelsmann is still viewed as the frontrunner, though.
“Nagelsmann remains the favourite candidate, but we can give an update today and say that Chelsea have also had an opening contact with Mauricio Pochettino,” Romano said on his official YouTube channel.
“Chelsea have started conversations with Pochettino after cooling their interest in Luis Enrique. There have been initial talks between Chelsea and Pochettino to understand about the ideas and potential project. Also, Mauricio Pochettino knows the Premier League very well, and this could be a factor.”
Pochettino has been out of work since exiting Paris Saint-Germain, but is he ready to throw himself back into the action next season?
He’s most recognised in England for his five-year spell with Tottenham, which is looked back at very fondly by their own supporters. He couldn’t quite get Spurs over the line to win silverware, but he helped to build an eye-catching side that played some superb football.
His managerial trophy haul started during his time in France with PSG, but could he return to England and win silverware with one of the Premier League giants?
It feels absolutely vital Chelsea’s owners get this next managerial appointment correct after a chaotic and poor 2022/23 season.
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