Chelsea FC finds itself searching for a new manager once again, following Mauricio Pochettino's departure after a single season. Pochettino, despite leading the Blues to a sixth-place finish and cup runs, faced criticism for a slow start.
Who's in the Running?
Fans can weigh in on the Our Sport website for their favorite candidate, with several strong contenders emerging:
- Ruben Amorim (Portugal): Highly-rated after leading Sporting to a league title, the 39-year-old has drawn interest from Chelsea for some time.
- Hansi Flick (Germany): A bookmaker favorite, the experienced manager boasts a treble with Bayern Munich and is available after leaving the German national team.
- Vincent Kompany (Belgium): Despite Burnley's relegation, Kompany's success in guiding them up and his attractive style have caught Chelsea's eye. Bayern Munich is also interested.
- Kieran McKenna (Northern Ireland): The young (38) but impressive manager has Ipswich Town on the cusp of promotion, making him a potential favorite.
Familiar Faces?
- Jose Mourinho (Portugal): A legend at Chelsea with multiple Premier League titles, the 61-year-old's potential return is a fan favorite, though unlikely.
- Julian Nagelsmann (Germany): After a short stint with the German national team, the former Bayern Munich manager could be available this summer.
Wildcard Options:
- Michel Sanchez (Spain): Girona's boss has impressed with a Champions League qualification run, but is a more unconventional choice.
- Thomas Tuchel (Germany): A Chelsea legend himself with a Champions League win, Tuchel's return seems improbable but not entirely out of the question.
- Roberto de Zerbi (Italy): Fresh off a surprising resignation from Brighton, the Italian manager has a history of overachieving.
The race is on! With several talented managers available, Chelsea has its work cut out to find the perfect fit to lead them forward.