It looks like the 227th time of the Todd Boehly era, Chelsea is on the hunt for a new manager.
The Blues are romping through the ranks at such a consistent rate that even Watford owner Gino Pozzo is getting a little restless. That was his schtick.
Pochettino's successor will be the club's 24th manager in the 21st century, meaning the Catholic Church has appointed fewer Popes since 1722 than Chelsea have had in 24 years.
However, Poch's departure by mutual consent leaves the west London club in need of a new title. Boehly and company are still committed to a long-term project, so a 'young and progressive' coach will be heard.
Here are the current favorites for the role.
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Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte are the names that often circulate in the rumor mill when Chelsea need a manager, but neither of these Premier League title winners will return to the club.
A departure for Tuchel, who oversaw the club's second Champions League triumph in 2021, also appears unlikely. However, the German has been out of work since leaving Bayern Munich and will believe he has unfinished business in west London given the circumstances of his move.
He left the club in 2022 under a spell with the management, however, and Chelsea will turn to Tuchel out of desperation.
Another coach who served three players back (five), Frank did things differently from Amorim.
Frank's Brentford is terrifying to play with. Their low talent is compensated by their temper, aggressiveness and ability to counter attack to great effect. Bees tend to shine in the set pieces, too.
The German is coming off the pitch and has reportedly caught the eye of Chelsea officials, even if he doesn't fit the bill.
Frank will be passing through west London when he changes, although he recently said he does not want a big job.
Amorim is regarded as one of the most respected young coaches in Europe, and Chelsea considered the Sporting CP boss before appointing Pochettino last year.
Amorim has attracted interest from Liverpool and West Ham as he guides Sporting to the top of the Primeira Liga in 2023/24.
He did so while directing a brand of elite football. Amorim seeks to control conflicts during continuous ownership and a sequential structure that aims to prevent groups from passing through the center. There is a pragmatic edge to him that Chelsea fans can enjoy, too.
Having expressed interest in the past, it would be a surprise if the Blues weren't interested in some way this time around.
No manager has seen their stock rise more than McKenna over the past 18 months.
McKenna inspired Ipswich Town to back-to-back promotions and their first Premier League title in more than two decades.
The former Man Utd assistant coach was recently named LMA Manager of the Year for his 2023/24 career, and he fits the profile of the manager Chelsea are after.
However, fans will no doubt have concerns about McKenna's pedigree and the size of the task ahead of him if he takes the job. The 38-year-old has extensive coaching experience, but has only been at the top level for three years.
De Zerbi built on the good foundations under Graham Potter at Brighton to lead the Seagulls on their first European tour.
Brighton's football at the start of his reign was volatile, and their Europa League journey was magical until the end. However, De Zerbi's reign ended in the second year, as it became clear with months to go of the 2023/24 season that the Italian would not be around much longer.
De Zerbi's style has earned him a lot of praise, and a number of European clubs are interested in signing him this summer. His current lack of employment makes it easy for would-be scammers to rip him off.
The Blues tried to switch to Brighton when they acquired Potter in 2022. Maybe it will try again with a fiery and stormy De Zerbi.
Another potential appointment from the McKenna-infused Championship waters, Leicester manager Enzo Maresca is the surprise front-runner for the top job at Stamford Bridge.
The Italian, who spent time as Manchester City's Elite Development Squad boss and a pupil of Pep Guardiola, took over at the King Power Stadium last summer, and has overseen a swift return to the top flight.
The Foxes' form under Maresca would seem to fit the 'progressive' label, and his previous work at City suggests he is more than just a developing teenager.
Leicester's inability to really invest could play a big part in whether or not Maresca is tempted – the PSR rules are a real problem as the East Midlanders think they have to sell before they strengthen.
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