June 18th 2024.
After nearly a year of being without a managerial role, Graham Potter may soon find himself back on the sidelines. Reports are swirling that Leicester City is finalizing a deal to bring on the former Chelsea boss. This news comes after the Foxes were left searching for a new leader when Enzo Maresca departed for the Blues just a few weeks ago.
Maresca had only been with Leicester for a year, leading them to the Championship title with a remarkable 97 points. But his success did not go unnoticed, and it wasn't long before Chelsea came calling. Now, Leicester has been in discussions with several potential candidates, but sources say they have set their sights on Potter.
Talks between the 49-year-old and the club have been progressing positively, and there is a strong sense that an agreement will be reached soon. Other names linked to the job include Steve Cooper, Carlos Corberan, and even former Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. However, it seems that Potter has emerged as the top choice for the Foxes.
Potter's last stint in management was a short-lived and disappointing one at Chelsea. He was let go after just seven months following a string of poor results. Prior to that, he had impressed with his work at Brighton, but ultimately, he just couldn't replicate that success at Stamford Bridge.
Despite his struggles at Chelsea, many in the football world recognize that the club's issues may have been a result of their owner's controversial transfer strategy. Potter's reputation remains intact, and he was even considered for the Manchester United job before they ultimately chose Erik ten Hag. He has also been tipped as a potential candidate for the England manager role in the future.
Ajax also showed interest in bringing Potter on board, but he turned down the offer. Now, he is eager to get back to the dugout, and it looks like Leicester may be his next destination. However, it won't be an easy task for Potter, as the club is facing financial difficulties and could potentially start the season with negative points.
The Premier League fixtures for the 2024/25 season were recently announced, with Leicester set to face Tottenham in their first game. If Potter does take the job, he will have the chance to face his former team, Chelsea, on November 23rd. It will certainly be an intriguing match-up, and fans will be curious to see how Potter fares against his old club.
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