News Focus
- Chelsea have contacted Xavi Hernandez about their manager position
- The former Barcelona coach wants to work in the Premier League
- However, Chelsea plan to look at other candidates instead
- Xabi Alonso and Andoni Iraola are also options for the Blues
Chelsea have held talks with former Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez over the manager job at Stamford Bridge. The Spanish coach left Camp Nou in 2024 after winning the La Liga title. His time there ended badly, but he still wants to return to football soon.
Xavi has told friends he is eager to work in England. He said no to the Morocco national team job recently. Now, his team say Chelsea got in touch about the summer opening.
But reporter Ben Jacobs says Chelsea will not hire Xavi. The club wants other managers. They are looking at Xabi Alonso, who used to play for Liverpool and Real Madrid. They also like Andoni Iraola, who is leaving Bournemouth.
Chelsea need a new boss after a poor season. The search goes on as they weigh their options carefully.