Chelsea is reportedly planning to approach two more managers regarding the vacancy at Stamford Bridge, as per Simon Phillips.

According to Phillips’ Substack, Chelsea has already initiated discussions with representatives of notable candidates such as Andoni Iraola and Xabi Alonso. Now, the club is set to contact the agents of Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner and Borussia Dortmund boss Niko Kovac.

• Kovac has been considered by Chelsea in the past.
• Alonso has been without a club since leaving Real Madrid earlier this season.
• Glasner is anticipated to depart from Palace at the end of this season.
• Iraola will also exit Bournemouth at the same time.

Managing Chelsea appears to be an arduous task, particularly in light of the chaos surrounding the current ownership. Under Roman Abramovich, the club was known for hiring top managers and signing elite players to secure immediate trophies.

Currently, the CFC project emphasizes young talent and long-term goals, yet frequent managerial changes and poor recruitment have muddied the waters. The incoming manager must be prepared to:

• Foster young players’ development.
• Manage a large squad effectively.
• Navigate the frustrations of an increasingly impatient fanbase, who seem misaligned with the owners' vision.

While numerous accomplished managers are available, the challenge at Chelsea is markedly different from their previous roles.