BBC Sport journalist names 48-year-old who “cannot be ruled out” of the running for Chelsea job

TL;DR

Eddie Howe, the 48-year-old Newcastle boss, is a potential candidate for the Chelsea head coach position, according to BBC Sport journalist Nizaar Kinsella. Chelsea is actively searching for a new head coach after sacking Liam Rosenior just four months into his tenure.

Key points

Eddie Howe is a potential candidate for Chelsea head coach
Nizaar Kinsella reported on Howe's candidacy
Chelsea sacked Liam Rosenior after less than four months

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BBC Sport journalist names 48-year-old who “cannot be ruled out” of the running for Chelsea job

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe can’t be ruled out of the running to become Chelsea’s next head coach according to journalist Nizaar Kinsella.

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Chelsea are once again looking for another head coach after they sacked Liam Rosenior on Wednesday, with the 41-year-old lasting less than four months in the job.

Rosenior is the second head coach to leave Stamford Bridge this season following the departure of Enzo Maresca in January.

Eddie Howe can’t be ruled out of being next Chelsea head coach

Calum McFarlane has been placed in interim charge for the remainder of the season, and it’s believed Chelsea are going to take their time over making an appointment.

David Ornstein has said he expects an appointment to be made early in the summer, with the search once again being led by Chelsea’s sporting directors.

There’s reportedly seven or eight names under consideration, with Andoni Iraola thought to be an early front runner.

Marco Silva is believed to be a candidate, and there’s also been talk of Howe, and Kinsella has shared his thoughts.

“Chelsea’s ownership has made clear its preference for Premier League‑level experience when it comes to players and it would not be surprising if the same principle applied to the head coach,” he told

Q&A

Why was Liam Rosenior sacked as Chelsea head coach?

Liam Rosenior was sacked after a brief tenure of less than four months, indicating Chelsea's ongoing struggle to find stability in their coaching staff.

Who is Nizaar Kinsella and what did he say about Eddie Howe?

Nizaar Kinsella is a BBC Sport journalist who reported that Eddie Howe cannot be ruled out as a candidate for the Chelsea head coach position.

What are Chelsea's options for a new head coach after Rosenior's departure?

Chelsea is exploring various candidates, including Eddie Howe, as they seek a replacement for Liam Rosenior following his recent dismissal.