According to a report from the Telegraph, Napoli manager Maurizio Sarri would be interested in becoming Chelsea’s new boss if they are to replace Antonio Conte this summer.
Scrutiny has clouded Conte’s future at Stamford Bridge and it seems more likely than not that the Italian will depart West London at the end of the season.
A number of managers have been linked with a move to Chelsea but it seems Sarri, along with former Borussia Dortmund boss Thomas Tuchel, is open to a move to the club.
It’s claimed by the Telegraph that Chelsea’s pursuit of ex-Barcelona manager Luis Enrique could fail as a result of the Spaniard’s financial demands. However, the report indicates that Sarri would be a cheaper option for the Blues.
Napoli are currently leading the way at the top of Serie A and have played fantastic football since Sarri’s arrival at the club.
Conte’s contract at Chelsea expires at the end of next season but if a manager of Sarri’s credentials does indeed become available, Roman Abramovich may well have a decision to make. Napoli do, however, want to keep hold of their manager given his exceptional work at the Stadio San Paolo.
