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Chelsea’s managerial succession race: Jose Mourinho among top picks to replace Pochettino
Jose Mourinho emerges as a prime candidate to assume the managerial reins at Chelsea amid increasing pressure on Mauricio Pochettino.
The 4-2 defeat suffered by Chelsea at home against Wolves on Sunday marked the club’s tenth Premier League loss this season, positioning Pochettino’s squad in 11th place on the table, closer to the relegation zone than fourth.
Chelsea’s players faced the ire of fans as they were booed off the pitch at both halftime and full time, with chants for Roman Abramovich and Jose Mourinho resonating through Stamford Bridge during the Wolves defeat.
Pochettino faced further inquiries regarding his long-term prospects at Chelsea following Sunday’s loss, issuing apologies to fans for the team’s disappointing performance.
In light of mounting speculation surrounding Pochettino’s tenure, BonusCodeBets has released updated odds on potential successors to the Argentine at Chelsea.
Girona’s head coach, Michel Sanchez, emerges as the early frontrunner at 6/4 odds, despite his team trailing Real Madrid by two points in La Liga.
Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi, also drawing interest from Liverpool after Jurgen Klopp’s announced departure, is the second-favorite at 3/1 to succeed Pochettino.
Mourinho could entertain a third stint as Chelsea manager given his availability following his dismissal from Roma last month. The 61-year-old stands at 4/1 odds to replace Pochettino.
Xabi Alonso presents a challenging decision for Chelsea’s hierarchy, leading Bayer Leverkusen’s Bundesliga title chase with his team holding a two-point lead over Bayern Munich. The former Liverpool and Real Madrid midfielder is priced at 5/1 to join Chelsea.
Zinedine Zidane, available since his departure from Real Madrid in May 2021, is valued at 6/1 and presents another immediate option for Chelsea.
Xavi, confirming his departure from Barcelona at season’s end, stands at 8/1 odds to succeed Pochettino as Chelsea manager.
Chelsea previously secured Sporting manager Ruben Amorim last year, with the 39-year-old listed at 10/1 odds to assume the helm at Stamford Bridge.
