Chelsea have sacked Enzo Maresca after a disappointing run of results, and they have been linked with Jurgen Klopp as a potential replacement.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Chelsea had identified Jurgen Klopp as a potential replacement for former manager Enzo Maresca, and they have made their approach. However, the former Liverpool manager has turned the West London club down.
The 58-year-old has been linked with a return to management with clubs like Real Madrid as well. It will be interesting to see if he decides to return to management in the coming months. Liverpool have been linked with a potential move for the German tactician as well.
The Reds have endured a disappointing season so far, and Arne Slot has been linked with an exit. Bringing him back to the club would be ideal. Meanwhile, Chelsea will be disappointed to have missed out on a world-class manager like him. It will be interesting to see if they decide to move on to other targets.
The Blues have been linked with multiple names in recent weeks. They need to bring in someone who can turn things around quickly and help them secure Champions League qualification for the next season. Chelsea have a set of quality players at their disposal, and they need someone who can bring out the best in their current team.
Chelsea need to replace Maresca
Maresca helped them win the UEFA Europa Conference League last season, and the FIFA Club World Cup this past summer. There is no doubt that he is a quality manager, but things have not gone according to plan for him in recent weeks. He had a fallout with the club hierarchy as well. It remains to be seen who Chelsea will appoint eventually.
It is no surprise that Klopp has chosen to turn them down. The 58-year-old is currently employed in a directorial role at Red Bull Sports. The German tactician has previously indicated that he might be done with management, and he is exploring other opportunities.
Chelsea have invested in quality players at the start of the season, and they need to bring in a manager who can help them compete at the highest level. The Blues are one of the biggest clubs in the world, and they should be fighting for major trophies regularly.