Even though briefings in the media have suggested that BlueCo are ready to back Liam Rosenior and won’t have a performance review until the summer of 2027, doubts might be starting to creep in already. Let’s not forget, even Behdad Egbahli admitted that football is “a results business” while talking to the media recently.
Results are not painting going Rosenior’s way at the moment. The English manager is a likeable character for sure, but he looks completely out of his depth in this Chelsea job.
Four losses on the trot in the league without scoring a goal. The last time that happened was back in 1998. And if that becomes five against Brighton & Hove Albion next week, it will be something Chelsea have not witnessed since 1912. It is safe to say that Rosenior would not want to have that on his resume.
Even more importantly, BlueCo won’t be able to justify sticking with Rosenior for much longer if results do not improve significantly over the next few weeks. They can talk about plans and projects all they want. But the reality of the matter is that the majority of the fanbase has grown tired. There were protests outside Stamford Bridge before the game against Manchester United.
Legendary manager emerges as favourite to replace Liam Rosenior as Chelsea boss
Diego Simeone is said to be emerging as the favourite to become Chelsea’s next manager. Of course, the Spaniard has enjoyed a legendary run at Atletico Madrid.
He has won two La Liga titles with Atletico Madrid, while beating out the duo of Real Madrid and FC Barcelona. This season, he will also be looking to guide them to the Champions League final for a third time, having managed to make it to the semis.
Simeone certainly has the resume to manage a club like Chelsea. That being said, it would represent a complete U-turn on the part of BlueCo, if they do hire him.
Would Diego Simeone be the right fit at Stamford Bridge?
It would certainly be a lot to adjust to if Simeone did end up becoming the Chelsea manager. First of all, they would be moving away from the style of football.
It would be based on defensive stability and making it difficult for the opposition. Do Chelsea have the kind of players to play that kind of football, both in terms of quality and character? I do not think so.
Secondly, Simeone is the type of manager who would want to have his say in everything. In the BlueCo era, that has rarely been the case at Chelsea.
This would not be a tweak on the part of Chelsea. It would be ripping up the plan and starting afresh. Then again, perhaps that is what they need.
