Chelsea eye 3 candidates to replace Pochettino

Chelsea FC is actively vying for three managerial candidates to replace Mauricio Pochettino, who recently left the club by mutual agreement.

According to a Thursday report by BBC Sport, the club is considering Kieran McKenna from Ipswich Town, Enzo Maresca of Leicester City, and Brentford’s Thomas Frank.

Kieran McKenna, 38, is being eyed after leading Ipswich Town to a successful promotion from the Championship this season.

Chelsea has already initiated contact with him, though they face competition from Brighton and Manchester United for his signature. If McKenna joins Chelsea, it would entail a compensation fee of over £4 million.

Enzo Maresca, 44, is another strong contender, having guided Leicester City to the Championship title. Maresca also has notable experience as a coach under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, enhancing his profile for the Chelsea job.

Thomas Frank, 50, is also in the running. The Danish coach has been recognized for his work with Brentford, achieving promotion to the Premier League and sustaining their position in the top flight.

In addition to these three, there is speculation about a fourth, unnamed candidate on Chelsea’s shortlist. In spite initial interest in Stuttgart’s Sebastian Hoeness, it appears he will continue his tenure in Germany.

With pre-season training promted to start on July 4, Chelsea is curious to finalize their new managerial appointment soon.

Following a sixth-place finish in the Premier League and a runner-up spot in the Carabao Cup last season, the team is gearing up for a US tour under the guidance of their new manager.