May 18th 2024.
There have been rumors circulating that Mauricio Pochettino may be facing the possibility of being sacked by Chelsea. The team has been considering their options for a potential replacement, with Kieran McKenna being one of the top candidates. Pochettino's future at the club is uncertain as they prepare for their end-of-season review.
Despite Chelsea's recent improvement in form, there are still some doubts within the hierarchy about Pochettino's abilities. The team has managed to break into the top six, a feat that seemed unlikely earlier in the season as they struggled in the middle of the table. However, their success is not enough to completely convince the club to keep Pochettino.
If Chelsea can avoid a loss in their final game against Bournemouth, they will secure a spot in Europe next season. This unexpected achievement has boosted Pochettino's chances of remaining in the Stamford Bridge hot seat, but according to The Guardian, the club is still considering a change in management. One of the names on their radar is Kieran McKenna, the highly-rated manager of Ipswich Town.
It is rumored that Chelsea has already reached out to McKenna's representatives to discuss a potential move to West London. McKenna has made a name for himself as one of the most exciting coaches in English football, leading Ipswich to back-to-back promotions since joining the team in 2021. He took them from League One all the way to the Premier League, an impressive feat for any manager.
McKenna's playing career was unfortunately cut short due to injury, but he gained experience as a youth coach at both Manchester United and Tottenham before landing his first managerial role at Ipswich. Manchester United are also said to be interested in bringing him back to the club, as their current manager Erik ten Hag is struggling to turn things around.
Ipswich had a fantastic season under McKenna's leadership, finishing second in the Championship and earning 96 points from 46 games with only six defeats. Brighton has also been linked to the young manager, announcing on Saturday that their current boss Roberto De Zerbi will be leaving the team.
As for Pochettino, he has hinted at the possibility of leaving Stamford Bridge on more than one occasion this season. However, he attempted to clarify his comments before their final game against Bournemouth, stating that the team is already planning for the future and he cannot control whether he stays or goes.
Pochettino will be meeting with Chelsea directors next week, but the final decision on his fate will be made by the club's ownership group. As he prepares for the potential end of his time at the club, Pochettino emphasized the importance of being genuine and creating real connections with the team and its fans. Only time will tell what the future holds for Pochettino and Chelsea.
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