Chelsea booked their place in the FA Cup semi-final in style, breezing past side Port Vale 7-0 at Stamford Bridge, but Liam Rosenior's future at Stamford Bridge is in doubt, with Xabi Alonso being identified as a potential replacement.
In truth, it would've been nothing short of embarrassing if the Blues had been knocked out by the League One side, which explains why Rosenior isn't out of the woods just yet, and his side's form in the Premier League and Champions League leaves a lot to be desired.
Chelsea's recent scorelines Result
Paris Saint-Germain (a) 5-2 L
Newcastle United (h) 0-1 L
Paris Saint-Germain (h) 0-3 L
Everton (a) 3-0 L
Fortunately for Rosenior, Liverpool have also slipped up in recent weeks, which means qualifying for the Champions League is still a realistic target.
The west Londoners are just one point behind Arne Slot's side in the Premier League table, and perhaps if they are able to pip them to fifth spot, the Englishman may have a better chance of remaining in the Stamford Bridge hot seat beyond the end of the campaign.
However, with the former Starasbourg manager losing seven of his opening 20 matches, BlueCo have been looking at potential replacements, including Como's Cesc Fabregas and ex-Real Madrid boss Alonso.
"World-class" Alonso could be exciting Rosenior replacement
According to a report from TEAMtalk, Chelsea are keen on bringing in Alonso, who is also being targeted by Manchester City as a replacement for Pep Guardiola.
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Unlike Rosenior, who arrived at Stamford Bridge having never won a major trophy, the Spaniard has already proven he has what it takes to compete for major honours, leading Bayer Leverkusen to the Bundesliga title in the 2023-24 season, after going the entire season unbeaten.
Described as a "world-class" coach by reporter Lewis Steele, the 44-year-old also had a solid record at Real Madrid, which raises questions about why the Spanish club decided to part ways with him in January.
Xabi Alonso record at Real Madrid (timeless)
Rosenior may not be cut out for the Chelsea job
talkSPORT's Rory Jennings has been skeptical about Rosenior from the start, taking to X to slam the 41-year-old last month.
Chelsea have some tricky fixtures on the horizon, taking on Manchester City and Manchester United in their next two matches, and their manager will surely be starting to feel the pressure, with such a highly-regarded manager in the frame to replace him.
However, Liverpool are also keen on appointing Alonso, who prefers a 3-4-2-1 system, and a return to Anfield appeals to their former midfielder, which could pose a problem for BlueCo.
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