Chelsea target Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva in new manager search
Chelsea have begun the search for their next permanent manager, with Andoni Iraola, Marco Silva and Xabi Alonso emerging as early candidates to take charge at Stamford Bridge.
The West London club are actively exploring their options as they look to stabilise the team following a period of managerial turnover.
According to sports reporter Ben Jacobs, the recruitment process is already well underway with several realistic targets identified.
Bournemouth head coach Iraola and Fulham manager Silva represent established Premier League options for the Blues hierarchy.
High-profile alternatives and complications
Bayer Leverkusen boss Alonso remains a highly sought-after figure in European football.
However, extracting the Spanish tactician from the German champions is expected to be a highly complicated endeavour.
The ongoing assessment also includes evaluations of Julian Nagelsmann, alongside former players Cesc Fàbregas and Filipe Luís.
Speculation surrounding a sensational return for José Mourinho continues to circulate, though his immediate future remains unresolved.
Luis Enrique ruled out of Stamford Bridge switch
One prominent name seemingly removed from contention is current Paris St-Germain manager Luis Enrique.
The French giants are actively pushing to retain the 54-year-old on a long-term contract, making a move to England a non-starter.
Chelsea’s ownership group must now navigate this complex market to secure a leader capable of returning the two-time Champions League winners to the pinnacle of domestic football.
