Sarri edges closer to Chelsea job as he gets set for Napoli exit

Sarri edges closer to Chelsea job as he gets set for Napoli exit

- Napoli manager, Maurizio Sarri, is set to take over the managerial duties at Chelsea next summer when current boss Antonio Conte would have left

- The 59-year-old Sarri has indicated his desire to leave the Serie A club this summer

- According to the same report, Napoli are now believed to be looking for a successor for Sarri

Napoli manager, Maurizio Sarri, is set to take over the managerial duties at Chelsea next summer when current boss Antonio Conte would have left.

The 59-year-old Sarri has indicated his desire to leave the Serie A club this summer that will likely pave way for him to take charge at Stamford Bridge.

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British media, Mirror, report that Chelsea have got Sarri at the top of their managerial shortlist as the look to appoint a successor for Antonio Conte.

According to the same report, Napoli are now believed to be looking for a successor for Sarri as they expect him to go - and the strong belief in Italy is that he will get the Chelsea job.

Conte’s future is in serious doubt after an unhappy second season as they look in danger of missing out on the top four and, despite reaching the semi final, the FA Cup will not be enough.

Juventus boss Max Allegri and former Barcelona boss Luis Enrique have also been on their hit list.

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Legit.ng Chelsea gaffer, Antonio Conte, gave pressmen something to joke about as a phone-call from his wife interrupted his pre-match press conference.

The Italian coach is preparing his side for their trip to Burnley, with the boss knowing a loss on Thursday April 19 will likely end their chances of finishing in the top four this season.

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Source: Legit.ng

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