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âAs I understand itâ â David Ornstein provides update on Chelseaâs new manager search
TL;DR
David Ornstein reports that Chelsea will begin discussions with potential managerial candidates soon, aiming for an appointment early in the summer. This follows the dismissal of Liam Rosenior after just four months in charge.
Key points
- Chelsea is searching for a new head coach.
- David Ornstein expects talks with candidates soon.
- Liam Rosenior was sacked after four months.
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âAs I understand itâ â David Ornstein provides update on Chelseaâs new manager search
David Ornstein expects Chelsea to start conversations with representatives of candidates in the next few days and make an appointment early in the summer.
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Chelsea are once again searching for another head coach following the sacking of Liam Rosenior less than four months after he was appointed.
Rosenior was dismissed following a run of five consecutive league defeats without scoring, and heâs now the second head coach to leave Chelsea this season following the departure of Enzo Maresca.
David Ornstein on Chelseaâs head coach search
Calum McFarlane has been placed in interim charge for the remainder of the season, and itâs understood the Blues arenât going to rush into a decision.
Itâs been reported there are seven or eight names under consideration, with Andoni Iraola thought to be an early front runner.
Cesc Fabregas has played down speculation linking him with the job, and itâs thought Chelseaâs players want a head coach with a big personality.
The sporting directors canât afford to get another appointment wrong, and Ornstein has provided an update on Chelseaâs head coach hunt.
Q&A
Who is Chelsea's new manager after Liam Rosenior's sacking?
Chelsea has not yet appointed a new manager following Liam Rosenior's dismissal.
When will Chelsea announce their new head coach?
Chelsea is expected to make a managerial appointment early in the summer.
Why was Liam Rosenior sacked as Chelsea's head coach?
Liam Rosenior was sacked after a brief tenure of less than four months due to unsatisfactory performance.