Chelsea shortlist revealed: Ipswich Town’s Kieran McKenna, Leicester City’s Enzo Maresca and Brentford’s Thomas Frank among options

Chelsea Football Club is wasting no time in the search for a new coach following the departure of Mauricio Pochettino. The club have already drawn up a shortlist of potential candidates, with Ipswich Town’s Kieran McKenna, Leicester City’s Enzo Maresca and Brentford’s Thomas Frank among the names being considered.

McKenna, 38, caught the eye of Chelsea after successfully leading Ipswich Town to promotion from the Championship this season. However, the Blues face competition from Brighton, who are also chasing the talented manager. In addition, Manchester United are reportedly interested in McKenna’s services. It is estimated that it would cost more than £4 million in damages.

Maresca, 44, is another option Chelsea are considering. He recently led Leicester City to the Championship title and has coaching experience under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. His extensive knowledge of the game and Championship success make him an attractive candidate for the Blues.

Thomas Frank, the Danish manager who led Brentford to the Premier League and helped them secure their top-flight position, is also under consideration. The 50-year-old’s impressive work with Brentford has not gone unnoticed and Chelsea see a strong contender for the managerial job.

Interestingly, Chelsea have also included a fourth ‘mystery’ candidate on their shortlist. While it’s unclear who this candidate is, it adds an element of intrigue to the search for a new manager.

One name that has been floated as a possible option has been Stuttgart manager Sebastian Hoeness. However, recent reports suggest that he will remain in Germany and is no longer in contention for the Chelsea job.

With pre-season fast approaching, Chelsea are eager to appoint a new manager quickly. The club’s players not on international duty will meet on July 4 for pre-season training and then begin a tour of the United States under the new management.

It is worth noting that Chelsea had a mixed season, finishing sixth in the Premier League and reaching the Carabao Cup final, where they were beaten by Liverpool. The club are keen to make a strong comeback next season and feel that finding the right manager is crucial to their success.

In conclusion, Chelsea’s search for a new manager is in full swing, with Kieran McKenna, Enzo Maresca and Thomas Frank among the top contenders. The club is also keeping a fourth candidate under wraps, adding an air of mystery to the selection process. With pre-season approaching, Chelsea are looking to make a quick appointment to ensure a smooth transition for next season.