Julen Lopetegui’s brief and inglorious reign as Real Madrid coach could come to an end on Monday with the defending European champions believed to have lined up Antonio Conte as his replacement. Lopetegui took training as usual on Monday morning but is not expected to be in post for the Copa del Rey game against minnows Melilla on Wednesday. According …
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Maurizio Sarri is the latest name to take on the prestigious yet poisoned chalice that is the Chelsea managerial position. The former Napoli boss replaced compatriot Antonio Conte at the weekend, and wasted no time in recruiting his first signing by bringing midfielder Jorginho from Serie A along for the ride. However, despite the optimism that a new manager brings, …
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Antonio Conte has released a classy statement thanking the players and fans just days after he was sacked from his position as Chelsea manager. It was announced last week that the 48-year-old, who was with the club for two years, would be replaced by Maurizio Sarri. In the statement, Conte wished the club all the best in the upcoming season. “I …
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The latest managerial saga at Chelsea has finally come to a conclusion. Less than 24 hours after the club finally confirmed the dismissal of Antonio Conte, Chelsea have announced the appointment of Maurizio Sarri as their new head coach. Maurizio Sarri is the new Chelsea head coach! Full story: https://t.co/qQwb5xZT3f#WelcomeSarri pic.twitter.com/DCNfoVCoz6 — Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) July 14, 2018 The Italian …
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Chelsea’ look set to have a new manager and first summer signing in place in the very near future. With confirmation coming through on Friday morning that Antonio Conte had been relieved of his duties as head coach, leaving the way clear for former Napoli manager Maurizio Sarri to take the reins at Stamford Bridge. The Serie A side, who still …
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Antonio Conte’s two-year reign as Chelsea manager came to an end on Friday so here are five of his quotes which reflect his sharply changing mood swings working for Roman Abramovich. They were happier times when victory at West Bromwich Albion secured the 2016/17 title in his first season at the club, although this remark was one that stirred things …
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Chelsea have officially confirmed the departure of head coach Antonio Conte. The Premier League side had, by all accounts, informed Conte and his coaching staff that they were no longer employed at Stamford Bridge on Thursday, but have waited nearly 24 hours to make the information public. A short statement on Chelsea’s website gave a brief account of Conte’s two-year spell …
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Chelsea haven’t even announced Antonio Conte’s departure yet, but the saga looks set to run for that bit longer. The Premier League side, by all accounts, parted company with Conte on Thursday as they look to have former Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri appointed as their new head coach in the very near future. Indeed, the likes of John Terry and …
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According to strong reports in Italy, Chelsea have finally brought Antonio Conte’s reign as manager to an end. Speculation surrounding the former Juventus manager’s position at Stamford Bridge had been fevered since an apparent breakdown in relations between Conte and the Chelsea board. A disappointing fifth-placed finish in the league last season, condemning them to Europa League football next year, …
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Barcelona remain in negotiations with Chelsea over a possible move for forward Willian, having missed out on Antoine Griezmann. Multiple reports on Tuesday have suggested that, while Barca have already had a bid in excess of £50m rejected for the Brazilian international, Chelsea are open to a deal at the right price. BREAKING: Sky sources: @ChelseaFC and @FCBarcelona continuing talks over …
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Zinedine Zidane made himself the hottest property in football by stepping down as Real Madrid manager on Thursday.
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Zinedine Zidane stunned Real Madrid on Thursday afternoon by announcing his departure as the club's manager.
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Antonio Conte's two-year spell as Chelsea manager appears to be coming to an end.
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Chelsea forward Willian has suggested that all is not well in the Stamford Bridge camp despite Saturday's FA Cup final victory.
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Manchester United and Chelsea have announced their starting elevens for this afternoon's FA Cup final at Wembley.
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The curtain comes down on the English domestic season this weekend as Manchester United meet Chelsea at Wembley.
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Antonio Conte claims he shouldn't be criticised if Chelsea fail to qualify for the Champions League because they fared even worse under Jose Mourinho.
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Chelsea narrowed the gap on the top four with a 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
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