Chelsea is closing in on Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager
This week, Chelsea will put an end to their hunt for a new head coach. According to David Ornstein of the Athletic, a final decision is anticipated in the next few days, and a formal announcement is anticipated to happen soon after.
Before the start of the summer, it is understood that the new coach would work with Lampard and Sporting Directors. Mauricio Pochettino is the clear favorite to succeed.
Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino's negotiations have advanced as the blues look for a new full-time head coach.
Graham Potter was fired as Chelsea's head coach on April 2nd, less than six months into his job. Bruno Saltor, who managed for just one game before Frank Lampard was named as the team's interim manager, eventually took over for the Englishman.
According to reports, Chelsea would give consideration to up to six candidates, including Luis Enrique, Mauricio Pochettino, and Julian Nagelsmann.Luis Enrique traveled to London a few weeks ago to discuss his plans with the Chelsea leadership, but since then, the conversation has cooled.
Former Bayern manager Julian Nagelsmann withdrew from the running, placing Mauricio Pochettino in first place.
According to Matt Law of the Telegraph, talks with Mauricio proceeded during the previous weeks, and it is thought that the Chelsea players are enthusiastic about the possibility of having him as their future manager.
