Laurent Blanc has emerged as one of the contenders to replace Maurizio Sarri, if the Italian is relieved of his duties next week, reports claim.
Sarri is walking on thin ice at Stamford Bridge and it’s thought he has just a matter of games to save his job.
Chelsea are still fighting on three fronts following their disappointing 2-0 defeat to Manchester United in the FA Cup but could face further agony should they fail to see home a 2-1 advantage against Malmo in the Europa League on Thursday.
Sunday’s EFL Cup final against defending Premier League champions Manchester City gives Sarri the chance to secure silverware in his first season in charge of the Blues, while their next league match against Tottenham Hotspur could prove valuable in their hunt for a Champions League spot. Read more