FC Chelsea News: Several reports claim that Mauricio Pochettino is seen as an ideal candidate to manage Chelsea
After Graham Potter’s departure last month, the search for a new manager to fill his shoes has led to some interesting developments. Although many believed that Julian Nagelsmann was the top candidate for the job, he has since withdrawn from contention and joined Luis Enrique on the periphery. In light of this, Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as the frontrunner to take over the role. With his proven track record of success at Paris Saint-Germain, Pochettino’s arrival would surely bring excitement and anticipation to the team and fans alike.
According to reports, Chelsea is closing in on Mauricio Pochettino to become the team’s new head coach. The former Tottenham manager has emerged as the favourite, and talks are said to be positive and could soon conclude successfully. However, the club has other candidates in mind in case negotiations collapse. Chelsea has not yet offered Pochettino the job, and it is unclear whether he would start immediately or in the summer if a deal is struck.
Chelsea’s controlling co-owners, Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali, are under pressure to make the right appointment after a chaotic first season. If Pochettino is hired, he would be the third permanent manager to work under this ownership. The Argentinean coach’s links with Spurs are unlikely to be an impediment to his taking the job.
The club’s hierarchy has been keen not to rush the appointment and has assessed a series of managers. Interestingly, Vincent Kompany, who recently led Burnley back to the Premier League, has also been revealed as a potential contender for the position. His experience and leadership qualities could be just what the team needs to push to the next level. Also, there is interest in Celtic’s Ange Postecoglou and Feyenoord’s Arne Slot. The expectation remains that Chelsea wants an elite manager, and Pochettino fits the bill. He led Spurs to the Champions League final in 2019 and won Ligue 1 with PSG.
Regardless of who ultimately lands the role, the search for Graham Potter’s replacement has certainly been an intriguing one. As the team continues to grow and develop, the new manager will have a lot on their plate but with the right combination of skill, experience and leadership, they may be able to lead the team to great success in the coming years.
One of Pochettino’s most significant tasks would be to try to make sense of Chelsea’s bloated squad. He would inherit a talented squad but would need the club to sell several players. However, he would likely be granted significant funds for signings. Although there are still some hurdles for Chelsea to overcome during talks with the former Espanyol manager, there is confidence within the club that the remaining obstacles will not prove insurmountable.
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Why Pochettino is the top choice amongst the other candidates?
Mauricio Pochettino has established himself as one of the most sought-after managers in modern football, thanks to his extensive experience in coaching some of the world’s top teams. He has coached in three of the top five domestic leagues, including Spain, England, and France, gaining valuable experience in each of these highly competitive footballing nations.
At Tottenham, Pochettino built a formidable team that achieved unprecedented success, reaching the 2018-19 Champions League final and developing young talent like Harry Kane into a world-class player. His impressive record has not gone unnoticed, with Chelsea in particular admiring the work he did across London during his time at Spurs.
Pochettino continued to hone his craft at Paris Saint-Germain, where he enjoyed significant success, winning the Ligue 1 championship and French Cup; however, he failed to make an impression with the french side in the Champions League. He is widely regarded as a talented coach who can bring out the best in star players and help young talent develop into major names in the game.
Also, Pochettino’s experience in the Premier League makes him a top contender, having coached Southampton and Tottenham, the latter which he placed second twice in the league and managed to reach the Champions League finals with.
