09 May 2026 09:23:35
Chelsea believe they have now narrowed down the final shortlist in their managerial search and internally feel the club is moving in the right direction with the profiles being discussed.
More intensive talks are expected to take place once the season officially ends, with key decision-makers continuing background work behind the scenes.
Chelsea are not rushing into an appointment and want to avoid repeating past mistakes by making a fast emotional decision.
The club's focus remains on finding a manager capable of building a long-term identity, handling pressure at a top club and reconnecting the squad with supporters after a difficult period.
Several profiles continue to be monitored closely as internal discussions continue.
I would like to see Thiago Silva back at the club in a senior coaching capacity, his son's both play for the academy sides and his wife lives in London, maybe Felipe Luis as Head Coach with Thiago Silva as his assistant? Would certainly engage both the dressing room and fans.
09 May 2026 09:37:05
Rpd, I would love Thiago back at our club, and I was told he would be back at the club in a coach role for the start of next season. I posted that rumour at the end of his playing season.
I don't know much about Luis as a coach, but maybe it's too much of a gamble given our current circumstances.
09 May 2026 11:41:42
Didn't Felipe Luis move back to Atletico after one season because he was homesick and didn't like life in England?
09 May 2026 16:04:37
I get that we need to take our time and get our choice right. That being said, other teams won't hang around, and maybe our choices may no longer be an option.