Chelsea are currently assessing their options to decide who to hire as the new permanent manager, and Rio Ferdinand believes Cesc Fabregas is the outstanding candidate for the job.
Callum McFarlane is set to lead the Blues for the rest of the season after the club made the decision to part ways with Liam Rosenior following just three months in charge.
A number of candidates have come to the fore early, and one the club have an admiration for is Cesc Fabregas.
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Rio Ferdinand picks Cesc Fabregas as his next Chelsea manager
The Spaniard enjoyed a legendary playing career at Stamford Bridge, winning two Premier League titles as a key member of the midfield.
His managerial career has gotten off to a strong start at Como, and Rio Ferdinand believes Fabregas is currently the best candidate for the job in West London.
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He said on his TikTok: “Who’s going to want to go in there? Frank Lampard, an ex-Chelsea player, was manager for a period of time. Got Coventry City up. Are they looking at someone like him? Would he even want to jump into that? Given he’s done so well at Coventry.
“Another ex-player, Cesc Fabregas. I mean, Cesc Fabregas is the name that jumped off the page to me immediately, but is he going to leave that project? I think he’s got shares in the club there at Como as well.”
Como currently sit fifth in Serie A, falling out of the top four and automatic Champions League qualification after losing their last two games.
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Fabregas’ stance on joining Chelsea
Having played for Chelsea, Arsenal and Barcelona, there are a number of massive clubs which could host a reunion for the Spaniard.
At this stage though, Fabregas has no desire to take over at Stamford Bridge. He is still in the very early stages of his career.
Chelsea are also reportedly looking at hiring a manager who has Premier League experience under their belt already.
Andoni Iraola is a popular choice internally at the club, with Marco Silva and Eddie Howe amongst those who have been mentioned.
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