Reports suggest Chelsea may be considering a new managerial direction should they part ways with Mauricio Pochettino. The current manager is set to discuss the season’s outcomes with co-owner Todd Boehly soon.
Pochettino’s recent success, marked by five straight Premier League victories, has improved his standing, propelling Chelsea to a sixth-place finish after a challenging start to the season.
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This position could secure them a spot in the Europa League, depending on the outcome of the FA Cup final between Manchester City and Manchester United.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future, it’s rumored that Chelsea’s leadership is contemplating a youthful successor for Pochettino.
This strategy, favoring an emerging talent over a seasoned veteran, is somewhat surprising given the complexities associated with managing Chelsea in recent times.
Under the financial stewardship of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, Chelsea has assembled a youthful team. This squad has struggled with confidence issues until their recent upturn in form.
The club’s reported inclination towards appointing a younger manager is evident from the interest in Kieran McKenna, 38, and Ruben Amorim, 39, both of whom have been linked with the role.
Discussions are said to be underway with representatives of the two coaches as Pochettino’s end-of-season review approaches, a meeting that could see him step down if there’s a mismatch with the board’s vision.
McKenna has attracted attention after guiding Ipswich Town to promotion, and while Manchester United shows interest, Brighton appears to be the frontrunner for his services following Roberto De Zerbi’s departure.
Amorim has been on Chelsea’s radar for some time, and although Liverpool was monitoring him, they opted for Arne Slot, swayed by his tactical preferences.
Even with potential replacements being considered, the possibility of Pochettino staying on for another year is still on the table, especially since key player Cole Palmer has expressed the team’s fondness for playing under him.
