Chelsea are on the verge of appointing a new manager, and according to reports, Mauricio Pochettino is the frontrunner for the job. Pochettino formerly managed Chelsea’s local rivals Tottenham Hotspur.
Fabrizio Romano reported on Tuesday that Chelsea is “closer than ever” to announcing Pochettino as their new manager. This news comes after it was rumored that Julian Nagelsmann was the favorite for the position. He has since withdrawn from the race.
Despite criticism that Pochettino has not won enough trophies during his managerial career, he has demonstrated his abilities as a coach. He took Spurs to the Champions League final in 2019 and helped them play an attack-minded style of football.
Moreover, Pochettino’s man-management skills are highly regarded. He could potentially unlock the potential of Chelsea’s underperforming players such as Raheem Sterling and Joao Felix. With a strong squad at his disposal, the Argentine could be the perfect fit for the Blues.
The appointment of Pochettino could also potentially irk Spurs fans, given the fierce rivalry between the two clubs. However, for Chelsea supporters, this could be a blessing. Pochettino will undoubtedly have a point to prove. He could be the catalyst for the Blues to mount a serious challenge for the Premier League title next season.
While Pochettino will not take over until the summer, the excitement and anticipation for his appointment is already building. The Chelsea faithful will be eager to see what the Argentine can bring to the club and whether he can replicate his success at Spurs.
