Chelsea fans have been eagerly anticipating the appointment of a new manager in the aftermath of Frank Lampard’s sacking earlier this year. Plenty of names have been thrown around as potential candidates, but one name consistently stood out as the frontrunner: Thomas Tuchel. However, recent reports suggest that Tuchel may no longer be in the running, and instead a new candidate has emerged as the top pick. It seems that the race for the Chelsea job has taken another dramatic turn, leaving fans wondering who will ultimately be chosen to take charge of the club.
Former Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann has withdrawn from the race to become the new manager of Chelsea, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano. Nagelsmann had emerged as the Blues’ top target after the dismissal of Graham Potter earlier this month. However, it remains unclear whether Luis Enrique, the ex-Spain and Barcelona boss, is still a contender for the role as it has been reported that Chelsea hierarchy were put off by his demands. Vincent Kompany, the Burnley boss, is one of the four managers on the club’s final shortlist as per reports. Unnamed bosses that are “respected and liked” are also included in the list. Frank Lampard was reinstated as Chelsea’s manager on an interim basis but lost his charge in four games. Any chances he had of becoming the permanent manager are now gone. Mauricio Pochettino, the Argentine former Tottenham boss, is believed to be a potential candidate for the position after being relieved of his duties at PSG at the end of last season.
As the search for Chelsea’s next managerial appointment continues, it is clear that the process is not without its twists and turns. While Romano’s stunning update initially threw the world of football into a frenzy, it appears that he has since dropped out of the race. Nevertheless, Chelsea fans can take solace in the fact that the club is leaving no stone unturned in their search for the perfect replacement. With rumors and speculation continuing to circulate, it’s only a matter of time before the puzzle pieces fall into place and the Blues find their new leader. Stay tuned for more updates as they become available.
