Chelsea are looking to appoint 39-year-old Liverpool target Ruben Amorim as their new manager starting next season.
According to a report by HITC, Chelsea are on the lookout for a new manager, with Mauricio Pochettino’s future at the club uncertain. The Blues have their eyes set on Sporting CP boss Ruben Amorim. They are ready to battle it out Liverpool for the services of the 39-year-old.
Amorim has done wonders for the Portuguese club since taking charge at the start of 2020. He has transformed them into a winning machine. The Portuguese tactician has already helped the club win multiple titles, and the team is on course to add a few more trophies this season.
His impressive track record at Sporting and his attacking style of play has attracted a lot of attention. While his contract with them runs until the summer of 2026, there is a reported release clause of €20 million, which could lead to his departure. On top of that, Ruben Amorim cannot guarantee he will stay at the Portuguese club beyond the summer.
Liverpool’s interest in the Sporting CP boss
Liverpool are one of the clubs keen on his signatures, and they have been in talks with representatives of Ruben Amorim of late. Jurgen Klopp will be parting ways with the club at the end of the season. The German manager has had a lot of success at the club, and his departure will leave a huge void.
The Reds want to ensure they can get the best man for the job. While Xabi Alonso was their priority, he has committed his future at Bayer Leverkusen, which is why they are pushing for the signatures of Amorim who has an impressive record at Sporting.
Chelsea to challenge Liverpool for Ruben Amorim
Liverpool are not the only English club keen on his signatures, and they will face competition from Chelsea. The Blues brought in Mauricio Pochettino ahead of the ongoing season with hopes of reviving themselves.
Unfortunately, nothing much has changed since his arrival, and there are doubts over the former Tottenham Hotspur manager being the right choice to lead them going forward. While they did script an incredible win over Manchester United recently, it will have no effect on Pochettino’s future.
He is still facing an uncertain future and could get sacked after the end of the season. Ruben Amorim is a top target for them, and the Blues feel he could be an ideal manager to lead a young team full of huge potential.
