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      Chelsea ready to make shock £20m transfer bid for England U21 goalkeeper as they seek permanent No1

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      CHELSEA are ready to make a £20million bid for Burnley keeper and England hopeful James Trafford.The Stamford Bridge club see Trafford as a long-term No 1 despite a bumpy start to his Premier League career at Turf Moor.Chelsea are eyeing a move for Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford this summerCredit: GettyMany feel the stopper will come good even though he was dropped by Vincent Kompany before the Clarets slipped out of the top flight.Trafford, 21, is in the initial 33-man England squad for Euro 2024 and looks set to be thrown a Premier League lifeline.Chelsea want to sign future stars and Trafford is in that category.He joined Burnley from Manchester City for £15m last summer following his Young Lions heroics — not conceding a single goal as England won the Under-21 Euros.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNewcastle fancy Trafford but sources close to the deal see Chelsea winning the race and Burnley will be happy to make a profit within 12 months.The young keeper made 28 appearances for the Clarets last season, keeping two clean sheets.Meanwhile, Chelsea stoppers Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic made 21 and 31 appearances across all competitions respectively.The Blues are currently without a manager, though, following Mauricio Pochettino’s exit this week.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPochettino’s Chelsea record
      MAURICIO POCHETTINO had just started to turn Chelsea around.
      An impressive run of end-of-season form saw the Blues leapfrog the likes of Manchester United and Newcastle to finish sixth in the Premier League – and earn a Europa League spot.
      But it wasn’t enough to keep him in a job as it was announced on Tuesday evening that the Argentine had left.
      Here are all Pochettino’s Stamford Bridge stats:
      Premier League – 6th
      FA Cup – Semi-finals (lost to Man City)
      Carabao Cup – Runners-up (Lost to Liverpool)
      Total record:
      Games 51Wins 26Draws 11Defeats 14
      Goals for 103Goals against 74

      Pochettino was sacked after guiding Chelsea to a sixth place finish and a return to Europe in his only season in charge.His replacement has yet to be appointed, with the club linked with a number of potential candidates.Chelsea’s top summer transfer targetsAccording to reports, Chelsea have identified Kieran McKenna, Thomas Frank and Enzo Maresca as managerial targets.The club have even held talks with Leicester boss Maresca as they look to announce Pochettino’s replacement next week. More

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      Mauricio Pochettino seen for first time since Chelsea exit as he meets infamous celebrity chef

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      MUAIRICO POCHETTINO has been spotted for the first time since his Chelsea exit – after heading out to celeb chef Salt Bae’s restaurant.The Argentine left Stamford Bridge on Tuesday by mutual consent after leading the Blues to a sixth place Premier League finish this season.Mauricio Pochettino has been spotted for the first time since his Chelsea exit with Salt BaeCredit: Instagram pochettinoThe Argentine left Stamford Bridge on Tuesday by mutual consentCredit: paPochettino took to Instagram to share a picture from his trip to visit Salt Bae – real name Nusret Gokce.Pochettino’s Instagram story caption read: “Nice to see you my friend! @nusr_et Always top!”The post was shared by the Turkish chef, who shared his own pic from the meeting, declaring the Argentine boss to have a “beautiful family”.He also shared an image of the two of them together, with the caption “Great person amazing coach”.  READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSalt Bae caused fury at the 2022 World Cup after pestering celebrating Argentina players on the pitch to hold the trophy.The restaurateur, whose technique for preparing and seasoning meat became an internet meme, owns Nusr-Et, a chain of luxury steak houses across the world including one in Knightsbridge.And Poch is now enjoying some down time after his time in West London was cut short to one season.The former Spurs man left Chelsea despite securing European football for next season for the Blues.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSunSport revealed the Blues have held talks with Leicester City boss Enzo Maresca.Who could be Chelsea’s next boss after Pochettino exit?Maresca is one of three leading candidates for the role, alongside Ipswich’s Kieran McKenna and Brentford’s Thomas Frank.Maresca won the Championship with the Foxes last season and has previously had a short stint as manager of Parma as well as working as a coach at West Ham and Man City. More

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      Roberto De Zerbi ‘NOT ruled out by Chelsea’ as they work through four-man shortlist to replace Pochettino

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      CHELSEA have not ruled Roberto De Zerbi out as a potential candidate to replace Mauricio Pochettino in the dugout ahead of next term.The Blues are looking for a new manager after Pochettino suddenly left Stamford Bridge after only a season in charge despite leading the club to European qualification.Chelsea have not yet ruled Roberto De Zerbi out as replacement for Mauricio PochettinoCredit: EPAWho could be the next Chelsea manager?

      HERE are the seven names in the running to replace Mauricio Pochettino after his shock exit from Chelsea.
      Roberto De Zerbi
      The Italian left Brighton at the end of the season after a year and a half in charge. He was linked with a host of top jobs earlier in the campaign but a difficult run of results saw him fall out of contention for the likes of Liverpool. De Zerbi’s attacking, front-foot style would be popular at Stamford Bridge.
      Kieran McKenna
      The former Manchester United assistant has led Ipswich to back-to-back promotions from League One to the Premier League. That has seen his stock shoot through the roof and he may be tempted to jump ship for a big job.
      Enzo Maresca
      Maresca was Pep Guardiola’s assistant at Manchester City and has worked wonders at Leicester, settling the ship to send the Foxes back to the Premier League at the first attempt. Appointing a Pep disciple has turned Arsenal into title contenders, so it could work for Chelsea too.
      Hansi Flick
      Flick was one of football’s most in-demand managers after winning the Champions League with Bayern Munich. But it all went wrong in his next role becoming the first manager ever to be sacked by Germany. Now he’s ready to return and could be a smart move for the Blues
      Sebastian Hoeness
      Chelsea fans may not have heard of him, but Hoeness is Germany’s next big thing. Hoeness has transformed Stuttgart from relegation candidates to the second best team in the Bundesliga, finishing above Bayern Munich. Only invincible Bayer Leverkusen got in the way of a miracle.
      Michel
      Michel Sanchez has worked wonders with little Girona in Spain. The minnows were right in the LaLiga title race at Christmas before watching Real Madrid shoot into the distance. But they ran illustrious Catalan neighbours Barcelona all the way for second and are guaranteed a spot on the Champions League. Reports in Spain say that has caught Chelsea’s attention.
      Jose Mourinho
      Still adored by fans at Stamford Bridge, who never warmed to former Spurs boss Pochettino, Mourinho would be a popular pick. Winner of three Premier League with the Blues across two topsy-turvy spells, could he be the man to take Chelsea back to the top?

      According to The Telegraph, the West Londoners have narrowed their search down to four candidates.That includes Leicester’s Enzo Maresca, Ipswich’s Kieran McKenna and Brentford’s Thomas Frank.There has been no confirmation whether or not De Zerbi, 44, is officially the fourth unnamed coach.However, the same source claims the Italian tactician has not yet been chalked off.Read More on FootballNevertheless, the ex-Brighton boss is currently considered to be an “outlier”.If Chelsea signed De Zerbi then the Seagulls could still be due around £5million in compensation, which is much cheaper than the £15m he would have cost if he was still working at the Amex Stadium.The ex-Shakhtar Donetsk manager would have to demonstrate that he could work within Chelsea’s club structure and cooperate with sporting directors Paul Winstanley as well as Laurence Stewart.This comes after De Zerbi expressed frustration in the Brighton model last season while many within football view him as a challenging character.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSNevertheless, there is still no clear favourite to replace Pochettino at the helm.However, Maresca, McKenna and Frank all have internal support within Chelsea.Who could be Chelsea’s next boss after Pochettino exit?Director of recruitment and talent Joe Shields worked with Maresca at Manchester City when the Italian was Pep Guardiola’s assistant manager at a time when Cole Palmer played under him.McKenna’s stunning progress at Ipswich has been tracked by the Premier League giants for some time.And Chelsea’s incoming set-piece specialist Bernardo Cueva worked closely with Frank at Brentford.But De Zerbi is well known by director of global recruitment Sam Jewell as they worked together at Brighton.Moises Caicedo also played under him last season whereas Mykhailo Mudryk and the Italian head coach go way back during their time together at Shakhtar.Chelsea are beyond a laughing stockBy Andy Dillon
      CHELSEA’S longest serving manager under the club’s new owners has left by mutual consent.
      The fact that Mauricio Pochettino lasted only 325 days underlines what a basket case of a club it has become.
      You might expect a manager to lose his job after five games WITHOUT a win but only Chelsea could lose theirs after five wins on the spin.
      When the supporters wrote an open letter to chairman Todd Boehly and his sidekick Behdad Eghbali in March, they expressed fears that their beloved Chelsea was becoming a ‘laughing stock on and off the pitch’.
      It is way beyond that now with the departure of the manager who finally looked to be getting a tune out of a squad branded ‘£1billion bottle jobs’ just over two months ago as they crashed to defeat against Liverpool’s youth team in the Carabao Cup Final.
      Read Andy Dillon’s full take on the sacking of Pochettino and what it means here. More

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      Chelsea ready to hijack Man Utd’s transfer bid to lure £16m Argentine wonderkid to Stamford Bridge

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      CHELSEA are ready to muscle in on Manchester United’s bid to lure one of Argentina’s most promising young defenders to the Premier League.The Blues have blitzed the South American market since Todd Boehly’s takeover with talented young attackers and midfielders signed from Brazil and Ecuador so far.Todd Boehly’s Chelsea reign includes a focus on South American talentCredit: GettyAaron Anselmino has been linked to Man Utd, Milan and now ChelseaCredit: GettyAnd now they are reportedly looking to snare teenage centre-back Aaron Anselmino from under the noses of United, who have been scouting the Boca Juniors star for many months.Anselmino, 19, was first linked to United and AC Milan earlier this year.And rumours of the Red Devils’ interest appeared to firm up in February when TyC Sports named him on a list of four Argentine talents United were tracking.The 6ft 2in star only made his senior debut for the Buenos Aires giants 12 months ago, shortly after he signed his first professional contract.READ MORE TOP STORIESThey updated his terms to include a 20m US$ release (£15.72m) release clause in January.But Boca took it out when they renewed him through to 2028 this month after it became obvious the amount was not high enough to deter offers.A bidding war between Prem clubs would suit Boca down to the ground and journalist Fafi Perez has claimed Chelsea are Anselmino’s latest suitors. The reporter told DSports Radio listeners that United remain the most interested club in the uncapped teenager.Most read in FootballBut it was also noted Chelsea have entered the fight as a direct competitor.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBoth clubs would not have a problem meeting Boca’s asking price.Reports earlier this year claimed United’s plan for Anselmino was to sign him and loan him to another club owned by INEOS – a move that comes right out of Chelsea’s playbook.Watch Argentina World Cup winner and £107m Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez play hurling on holiday in Ireland The Blues loaned Brazilian duo Andrey Santos, 20, and Angelo, 19, to sister club Strasbourg this season.And there has been speculation that Estevao Willian, who Chelsea are understood to be splashing over £60m on, could be heading to join them in France when he turns 18 next spring. More

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      Chelsea legend’s daughter puts on busty display in very daring see-through corset top

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      JADE LEBOEUF planted more French bliss on her fans as she looked captivating in a corset.The daughter of Chelsea defensive legend Frank Leboeuf came out on the attack with more striking photos.Jade Leboeuf was seeping with glamour in Sunset BoulevardCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufThe digital creator could not have dressed more distinctivelyCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufJade was even called ‘Queen Joan’ by one of her French admirersCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe influencer is known for her elegant shotsCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufIn exotic snaps posted on her Instagram story, she tagged Chateau Marmont – an upmarket hotel in Sunset Boulevard.The influencer has become Jade LA-bouef this week as she dazzles her admirers during a trip to Los Angeles.She wore a see-through top with a long golden necklace in one shot.And for another mirror selfie, she put on an open leather-style jacket – this time with a simmering pearl-coloured chain and matching square ear-rings.READ MORE ON CHELSEAThe digital creator is famed for sharing sultry, elegant pictures with her army of social media followers.And after arriving in LA, the globe-trotting trendsetter revealed she “felt cute” in a mini-skirt on Melrose Avenue – much celebrated for its high-end restaurants.Japanese food was on her menu  – while still providing her online admirers with plenty to savour.Jade dazzled in an all-black outfit, accompanied by a huge smile, which drew praise such as “magnificent” and sublime”Most read in FootballIn fact, one enthusiast was driven to near poetry.The fervent follower wrote: “The beauty of a woman is a gentle whisper of the divine, lighting up the world around her.”Chelsea icon’s daughter flashes underwear on camera before going braless in elegant black dress to leave fans speechlessSuch words sum up how Jade’s style in pics is matching the elegance of her father on the pitch – in their own different ways.Lebeouef Senior won the World Cup with France in 1998, as well as the FA Cup twice with Chelsea.Now his daughter has 243,000 followers on Instagram alone, offering fashion shopping amongst her array of enterprises.Jade describes herself as a digital creatorCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe stunning model is followed by over a quarter of a million peopleCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufShe regularly shares risque contentCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe French national works as a modelCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufShe was used to the limelight from an early age as the daughter of Chelsea legend Frank LeboeufCredit: Instagram @jadeleboeufHer posts tend to draw hoards of comments with fans often describing her as ‘beautiful’ and ‘sexy’Credit: instagram @jade_leboeufShe’s not afraid to wear revealing outfitsCredit: jade_leboeuf/instagramSee-through outfits are a favouriteCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHer father Frank played for Chelsea from 1996 to 2001Credit: Instagram @jadeleboeufHe won two FA Cups during his time in West London when Jade was still a kidCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHe was also a World Cup winner with France in 1998, giving him legendary status in his home countryCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeuf More

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      Jhon Duran’s agent gives Chelsea transfer update after Pochettino exit as Aston Villa striker pushes for Blues move

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      ASTON VILLA striker Jhon Duran is still a Chelsea target — despite Mauricio Pochettino leaving.The Colombian striker’s agent says the Blues hold a long-term interest and hopes Villa are “ready” to negotiate.Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran is a summer target for ChelseaCredit: GettyThe Blues will still pursue a move for the Duran – despite the sacking of Mauricio PochettinoCredit: GETTYDuran, 20, has ‘liked’ a number of Chelsea-related posts on X since the Blues tried to sign him on loan in January.Villa boss Unai Emery said last week that he wants Duran to stay but the club could be tempted to sell in order to balance the books.Duran’s agent Jonathan Herrera revealed: “The interest has always been there.”The situation with Pochettino shouldn’t affect anything, the one who wants him is the club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“We will see what happens, but there has always been interest. “Let’s see how we can handle it and make sure Aston Villa are ready.“Now the market is opening up, the club is looking at some options and so are we.”Duran started just three Prem games last season and became frustrated at the amount of time he spent on the bench.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBoehly’s record would make even Abramovich blush… we’re back to square one
      HERE we go again.
      Just when some positivity was building around the place and an optimistic eye was being cast to the future, Clearlake Capital go hurtling full pelt back to the drawing board, write SunSport’s Tom Sheen.
      Mauricio Pochettino leaving will make it six different managers in less than two years when next season rolls around, a record that would make Roman Abramovich blush.
      But while the oligarch was keeping Chelsea’s HR department busy by regularly handing out P45s, he was also regularly delivering world class players in the hope of delivering instant silverware.
      There was no ‘Vision 2030’, talk of players as financial assets or ridiculous eight-year contracts that potentially hamstring the club.
      Hiring and firing worked under the previous regime because Chelsea had a spine of world class talent that they were always looking to improve upon – not a group of players who look light years away from the top teams in the land.
      One thing is for sure, though. If Clearlake carry on down this road they’ll need a rebrand to Vision 2060.
      Click here to read Tom’s damning verdict in full…

      He came on as a substitute to net two late goals in a 3-3 draw with Liverpool — Villa’s last home game of the season.Afterwards, skipper John McGinn described his teammate as “a bit nuts” and a “nightmare to have on your team”.Watch Gary Neville’s brilliant reaction to Aston Villa equaliser against Liverpool on live TV as fans beg ‘meme that’He also said there were times when the youngster, who scored eight goals last season, needed to “have a bit more respect”.Speaking to Caracol Radio in Colombia, Herrera added: “He is a player who has a contract with Aston Villa, he ended up doing very well and the coach is counting on him.“It is a club that, having got into the Champions League is a great opportunity.”But we know he wants to play, he wants to go out and play, we are going to see.”Who could be the next Chelsea manager?
      HERE are the seven names in the running to replace Mauricio Pochettino after his shock exit from Chelsea.
      Roberto De Zerbi
      The Italian left Brighton at the end of the season after a year and a half in charge. He was linked with a host of top jobs earlier in the campaign but a difficult run of results saw him fall out of contention for the likes of Liverpool. De Zerbi’s attacking, front-foot style would be popular at Stamford Bridge.
      Kieran McKenna
      The former Manchester United assistant has led Ipswich to back-to-back promotions from League One to the Premier League. That has seen his stock shoot through the roof and he may be tempted to jump ship for a big job.
      Enzo Maresca
      Maresca was Pep Guardiola’s assistant at Manchester City and has worked wonders at Leicester, settling the ship to send the Foxes back to the Premier League at the first attempt. Appointing a Pep disciple has turned Arsenal into title contenders, so it could work for Chelsea too.
      Hansi Flick
      Flick was one of football’s most in-demand managers after winning the Champions League with Bayern Munich. But it all went wrong in his next role becoming the first manager ever to be sacked by Germany. Now he’s ready to return and could be a smart move for the Blues
      Sebastian Hoeness
      Chelsea fans may not have heard of him, but Hoeness is Germany’s next big thing. Hoeness has transformed Stuttgart from relegation candidates to the second best team in the Bundesliga, finishing above Bayern Munich. Only invincible Bayer Leverkusen got in the way of a miracle.
      Michel
      Michel Sanchez has worked wonders with little Girona in Spain. The minnows were right in the LaLiga title race at Christmas before watching Real Madrid shoot into the distance. But they ran illustrious Catalan neighbours Barcelona all the way for second and are guaranteed a spot on the Champions League. Reports in Spain say that has caught Chelsea’s attention.
      Jose Mourinho
      Still adored by fans at Stamford Bridge, who never warmed to former Spurs boss Pochettino, Mourinho would be a popular pick. Winner of three Premier League with the Blues across two topsy-turvy spells, could he be the man to take Chelsea back to the top? More

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      Enzo Maresca emerges as top Chelsea target with Leicester braced for managerial approach

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      LEICESTER CITY manager Enzo Maresca has emerged as a shock candidate to replace Mauricio Pochettino at Chelsea.Pochettino left Chelsea by mutual consent on Tuesday following talks with Paul Winstanley, Laurence Stewart, Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali.Enzo Maresca has emerged as a top target for ChelseaCredit: GettyMauricio Pochettino left Chelsea this weekCredit: GettyClub officials are now on the hunt for a new permanent manager ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.And SunSport understands Maresca has emerged as a top candidate.Leicester are now braced for an approach from the Blues.Maresca reportedly has an £8.5million release clause in his contract.READ MORE ON CHELSEAThe 44-year-old took over at the King Power Stadium last summer following Dean Smith’s departure.He guided Leicester back to the Premier League at the first time of asking, winning 31 out of 46 Championship games.However, some fans turned on him towards the end of the season due to a drop in form as Leicester stumbled to the title.Maresca could be tempted to make the move given Leicester’s current financial situation.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMeet Pep Guardiola disciple Enzo MarescaEnzo Maresca is considered among the most exciting young coaches on the planet.
      Born in Italy in 1980, he managed to guide Leicester to the Championship title in his first season as Foxes boss.
      His management career started at Italian minnows Ascoli before he was snapped up by Man City in 2020 to manage their Elite Development Squad.
      He guided the youth team to the Premier League 2 title in his one season working for the Citizens – with Cole Palmer in the side.
      His first senior job was with Parma but he was sacked after just a few months after failing to impress.
      Despite the team playing in Serie B and Maresca having an impressive squad he was unable to get them on course for promotion.
      He returned to Man City and worked as one of Pep Guardiola’s assistants for the 2022/23 season as they won the Treble.
      He took over relegated Leicester last summer and made an immediate impact, with the Foxes winning the Championship title.
      Maresca showed his dedication to the job by living at the training ground for the first two months after his appointment.
      He’s considered something of a Pep disciple and has said: “For a coach, it’s important to have the mentality of a chess player.”
      During his playing career he played under Carlo Ancelotti and Marcello Lippi – and alongside ex-Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi.

      The Foxes stand accused of breaking spending rules during their last three seasons in the Prem.That means they could potentially start the 2024-25 season on negative points.Who could be Chelsea’s next boss after Pochettino exit?The case has been referred to an independent commission, with a conclusion expected soon.Before joining Leicester, Maresca worked for Manchester City as Pep Guardiola’s assistant.He played an important role in guiding the club to the Treble last season.Maresca is one of several names linked with the Chelsea job.Names in the frameIpswich Town boss Kieran McKenna has been under consideration, but the Tractor Boys have just offered him a new lucrative deal in a bid to keep him at Portman Road.SunSport exclusively revealed on Wednesday that Ipswich chiefs have tabled a four-year contract worth £5million-a-year – quadruple what he currently earns.READ MORE SUN STORIESFormer Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi has also been discussed.De Zerbi left the Sussex side following Brighton’s final Premier League match at the weekend.Chelsea are beyond a laughing stockBy Andy Dillon
      CHELSEA’S longest serving manager under the club’s new owners has left by mutual consent.
      The fact that Mauricio Pochettino lasted only 325 days underlines what a basket case of a club it has become.
      You might expect a manager to lose his job after five games WITHOUT a win but only Chelsea could lose theirs after five wins on the spin.
      When the supporters wrote an open letter to chairman Todd Boehly and his sidekick Behdad Eghbali in March, they expressed fears that their beloved Chelsea was becoming a ‘laughing stock on and off the pitch’.
      It is way beyond that now with the departure of the manager who finally looked to be getting a tune out of a squad branded ‘£1billion bottle jobs’ just over two months ago as they crashed to defeat against Liverpool’s youth team in the Carabao Cup Final.
      Read Andy Dillon’s full take on the sacking of Pochettino and what it means here. More

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      Kieran McKenna offered new QUADRUPLE-your-money Ipswich contract to fight off Man Utd, Chelsea and Brighton interest

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      IPSWICH have offered Kieran McKenna a blockbuster new contract to try and keep him at Portman Road.Manchester United, Chelsea and Brighton have all made tentative enquiries over hot-property McKenna who has led Ipswich to back-to-back promotions.Ipswich have offered Kieran McKenna a blockbuster new contractCredit: GettyThe Suffolk club’s desperate board are fighting hard to keep the highly-rated Northern Ireland coach and are offering him a stunning new contract worth £5million-a-year over the next four seasons.Ipswich have reacted as they expect an offer from Brighton in the next 24 hours as the south coast club look to replace Roberto De Zerbi.McKenna’s current deal, although still an extremely good one for a Championship manager, is about £1.2million a year.And whether this new offer from Ipswich is enough to tie him at the club remains to be seen.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIpswich believe their best chance of staying in the top-flight next season is to keep hold of McKenna, 38, who was also in talks with Crystal Palace over taking over from Roy Hodgson during the last season.And this current deal is the biggest contract Ipswich have offered since giving Italian keeper Matteo Sereni over £20,000-a-week when he joined from Sampdoria in a £4.5million deal in 2001.Ipswich were relegated from the Premier League a year later and they have not been back until now, with McKenna leading the club to this stunning promotion.Yet McKenna could end up with three huge offers.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne big option could be Manchester United as he was previously an assistant coach at Old Trafford.But United have also been linked with Mauricio Pochettino off the back of the Argentine’s departure from Chelsea. How Man Utd could line up under Pochettino Erik ten Hag is gripping onto his job in Manchester but SunSport understands Sir Jim Ratcliffe is a big admirer of Poch. McKenna has been internally discussed by the Blues board with De Zerbi and Ruben Amorim also in the frame. Chelsea are beyond a laughing stockBy Andy Dillon
      CHELSEA’S longest serving manager under the club’s new owners has left by mutual consent.
      The fact that Mauricio Pochettino lasted only 325 days underlines what a basket case of a club it has become.
      You might expect a manager to lose his job after five games WITHOUT a win but only Chelsea could lose theirs after five wins on the spin.
      When the supporters wrote an open letter to chairman Todd Boehly and his sidekick Behdad Eghbali in March, they expressed fears that their beloved Chelsea was becoming a ‘laughing stock on and off the pitch’.
      It is way beyond that now with the departure of the manager who finally looked to be getting a tune out of a squad branded ‘£1billion bottle jobs’ just over two months ago as they crashed to defeat against Liverpool’s youth team in the Carabao Cup Final.
      Read Andy Dillon’s full take on the sacking of Pochettino and what it means here. More