Andoni Iraola has emerged as one of Chelsea’s top candidates to replace Liam Rosenior as manager, although the Spaniard is keeping his options open ahead of a big summer.
The Blues are reportedly looking for a new head coach to have Premier League experience under their belt, after both Rosenior and Enzo Maresca came in without it.
Behdad Eghbali is reportedly leaning towards Andoni Iraola as his preferred candidate. He is set to leave Bournemouth at the end of the season.
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His impressive stint on the South Coast has seen him linked to a number of big jobs this summer, including Athletic Club where he spent a large portion of his playing career.
However, that job is going to Edin Terzic, and there will be a number of other choices for him when the season comes to an end.
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Martin Hardy has told ‘Back Pages Tonight’ that at this stage, the Spaniard is not ruling out any move at this stage, and has no commitment to any of the possible jobs on the table.
He said: “I was told yesterday, you know he’s made sure every single thing is possible on the table for him to do next. There is no commitment to anything.”
Iraola is reportedly keen on a move to London, which would perhaps put Chelsea in a favourable position when it comes to hiring their man.
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Chelsea have other candidates for the managerial job
As well as Iraola, Chelsea have a number of names on their shortlist to potentially come in after Calum McFarlane’s temporary stint.
Marco Silva has emerged as one of the early contenders. There are currently no plans for him to extend his time at Fulham beyond this season.
Eddie Howe has also been mentioned, as well as some names who have not previously managed in the Premier League.
One of those is Cesc Fabregas, although he is reportedly not keen on taking that job at this stage.
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