EPL: Romano reveals manager in advance talk to replace Pochettino at Chelsea

Football transfer guru, Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Chelsea are in advance talks to appoint Enzo Maresca as their new manager at Stamford Bridge.

Romano disclosed this in a tweet via his X account on Monday.

Chelsea is currently without a manager following Mauricio Pochettino’s departure a few weeks ago.

The Blues are expected to appoint a new manager in the coming days and several managers including Maresca have been linked with the job.

“Chelsea are advancing in talks to appoint Enzo Maresca as new head coach,” Romano tweeted.

“Positive talks over the weekend, he’s 100% keen and excited by #CFC project.

“No issues on Maresca’s contract are already being discussed — talks to follow with Leicester City over €10m compensation fee.”