Javi Gracia could reject the chance to replace Maurizio Sarri as Chelsea manager next season, with Watford confident that the Spaniard will be in charge at Vicarage Road during the 2019/20 campaign.
Sarri is expected to be named as Juventus’ next permanent manager in the near future after Masimiliano Allegri left the club at the end of last season, after guiding the Old Lady to their fifth consecutive Serie A title.
Gracia had emerged as a potential successor to Sarri amidst the speculation over the next permanent Chelsea boss, however according to the Independent, Watford believe Gracia will reject any advances from the Blues.
Gracia enjoyed a fine campaign in charge of Watford last season, finishing with a club record points total in the Premier League and leading the Hornets to their first FA Cup final in 35 years.
The Spaniard also signed a new contract with the club earlier in the campaign to extend his stay at Vicarage Road until 2023.
