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Monday, 23 May 2011

Ancelotti Axed

Who next for the Chelsea Merrygo-round?
Carlo Ancelotti was sacked within hours of Chelsea's final-day defeat at Everton on Sunday. His future was always a cause of speculation after successive defeats again Manchester United in both the Premiership and the Champions League, leaving Sir Alex's men with the spoils of a trophy, and perhaps another if United can win against Barcelona.

Ancelotti brought Chelsea to their first Premier League and FA Cup double in the history of the club - Something even 'The Special One' Jose Mourinho couldn't do. This was in his first term, but Abromovich wasn't happy with the lack of silverware this season. Even a second-placed finish could save him.

So, the search for a new manager starts, with many names in the frame.
Marco van Basten is bookie's favourite for the job, with Englishman Harry Redknapp behind him. Rednapp could be tempted by the hefty budget handed by Abromovich. Also noted is Gus Hiddink, who had a spell with Chelsea temporarily as he reached the Semi-finals of the Champions League and won the FA cup. However, he turned down a permanent role to go away and coach Russia in 2009. The rest of the list contain Porto boss Andre Villas-Boas, Massimiliano Allegri, and Frank Rijkaard. The biggest two listed are Barcelona's Pep Guardiola and Real Madrid, and former Chelsea manager, the Special One himself.

Mourinho said he'd love to coach Chelsea again, and with relations with Abromovich strong and sorted it could be possible. Guardiola could also leave Barcelona, stating that  "I think my time here at Barcelona is coming to an end... A club like (Barca) must have a lot of courage to keep a coach for all this time because players tire of coaches and vice versa."

Who do you think will be the new manager of Chelsea? If you're a Chelsea supporter, who would you like to see take charge?
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44 comments:

  1. Marc D23 May 2011 at 15:38

    I'm not a Chelsea supporter, however I don't think he should have been sacked. Basten will probably get the job.

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  2. The Boy23 May 2011 at 15:40

    You don't perform, you don't get paid. Makes sense to me.

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  3. Croz201123 May 2011 at 16:01

    he came second in one of the most prestigous leagues in the world for football i see no reason for him too be sacked any other team in the prem would love a 2nd place finnish not to mention the incredible season he had last season.. this makes very little sense but to be honest i seen it coming from roman the man who made jose leave such a terrible owner.. imo. /rant :)

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  4. pv23 May 2011 at 16:10

    I believe in typing pay to performance, its only logical

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  5. JkF5023 May 2011 at 17:13

    Following! :)

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  6. dalexus23 May 2011 at 17:14

    that was bad move in my opinion, Andre Villas-Boas seems to be the best option but he has really great team in Porto now so propably he will stay.

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  7. Ok koala23 May 2011 at 17:31

    I think it was a tad harsh. But when you are dealing with millions of dollars cut throat decisions are made. All the big named managers are obviously going to be linked...I don't care much for Chelscum I do hope that they manage to find someone who will stay for the long hall...success takes years and rarely happens overnight Sir Alex Ferguson is a shining example of that! (no I do not support united either) Keep up the good work!

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  8. BKK23 May 2011 at 21:56

    Wow. There are lots of interesting candidates there.

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  9. paulz23 May 2011 at 23:44

    Very good candidates and writeup.

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  10. Skankin_Pete24 May 2011 at 00:32

    Cant wait to see who they choose

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  11. Silk24 May 2011 at 03:40

    Could have made better picks in my honest opinion.

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  12. Mehmet24 May 2011 at 04:15

    The right thing happend, in my opinion

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  13. nowbuddy24 May 2011 at 04:15

    Trust me, it will be van Basten.

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  14. phosports24 May 2011 at 04:48

    haha, whos next on the chopping block!

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  15. Lucifer24 May 2011 at 04:51

    great post ! L

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  16. Some Ghosts24 May 2011 at 04:53

    Marco van Basten will get it. you wait.

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  17. TIMMYTHEROBOT24 May 2011 at 04:53

    Gotta go with Redknapp imo. He's the only one that can get the job done.

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  18. PA24 May 2011 at 05:18

    Yup, i think Redknapp too.

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  19. Anonymous24 May 2011 at 05:38

    I think for the last few months, it was only a matter of time before Carlo got the chop. Bring on Redknapp.

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  20. Anonymous24 May 2011 at 05:55

    these are really good candidates, hard decision..

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  21. Lasse24 May 2011 at 06:01

    I don't really fancy football :P But you make it somewhat interesting to read ;)

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  22. kingnido24 May 2011 at 07:02

    he didnt win anything this season so he had to go, chelsea dont have much patience with their managers

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  23. Renkano24 May 2011 at 07:35

    Fair enough really, like someone said if you don't perform you're out - it's the same anywhere else, even it may seem a little harsh when you're talking about football at the highest level it's gotta be harsh - that's business. Good post by the way =)

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  24. Esmeraldo Petrarca24 May 2011 at 08:52

    Lol, Ancelotti was good but I think someone else could do better

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  25. Feindbild24 May 2011 at 09:28

    Interesting :)

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  26. ZKMin24 May 2011 at 09:56

    good stuff!

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  27. Lasse24 May 2011 at 10:01

    Football players get payed well enough as it is, don't they?

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  28. nowbuddy24 May 2011 at 10:03

    let's hope it stays in the family

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  29. Speedy Ed24 May 2011 at 10:42

    i think its a good thing ! great post man !

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  30. 100PercentFootball24 May 2011 at 11:34

    Good to read another football fans views.
    I'd go for Van Basten.

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  31. Anonymous24 May 2011 at 11:45

    Don't know who the manager should be, but I can't wait for the game!

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  32. JustAnotherBloggerNamedCisco24 May 2011 at 12:07

    bah! anyone but chelsea

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  33. KrabKlan24 May 2011 at 12:36

    I look forward to finding out. There are a lot of qualified candidates, so I guess we have to wait and find out.

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  34. Delirium Tiger24 May 2011 at 12:45

    I hope they can do this without too much mess. New manager its often some backstage, semi political deal not just buissnes decision. At least in Poland

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  35. Stephen24 May 2011 at 12:59

    Nice read.

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  36. Grant dennison24 May 2011 at 13:14

    quite informative

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  37. Brat Pack Maplestory Windia24 May 2011 at 13:42

    Interesting read.

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  38. knowbuddy24 May 2011 at 14:00

    chelsea rocks! just Manu kicks their ass >_>

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  39. Lily@FaunMusic24 May 2011 at 14:07

    Chelsea's my england team <3 ^.^

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  40. Oivvad24 May 2011 at 14:34

    I was always a Liverpool fan myself, but more because friends supported them...

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  41. J.R.24 May 2011 at 14:40

    Should've given some more time to see if things got better

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  42. Crooked Letter24 May 2011 at 15:04

    hard pick..

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  43. Platano: 365 life24 May 2011 at 16:25

    very hard pick... i need to learn how to put reaction at the bottom of my blog...

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  44. happyhacker24 May 2011 at 16:43

    ehh i'm staying out of this one

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