Liam Rosenior is already making a positive impression at Stamford Bridge, and there’s another managerial change unfolding in North London with Thomas Frank now out at Tottenham.
The two sides have already met this season, with Chelsea coming away with a 1-0 win. They won’t face off again until May, when Spurs visit Stamford Bridge for the return fixture.
At the time, Enzo Maresca’s exit was met with plenty of frustration from supporters, but opinions have started to shift as fans get a closer look at Rosenior and what he wants to build.
It is early days under the English manager, but Chelsea are seven wins from their first 10 games under him even though it does not quite feel like they have hit top gear yet.
Tottenham are hoping for a repeat of this scenario, potentially with a manager who previously worked at Chelsea.
Mauricio Pochettino reportedly interested in Tottenham return
TalkSPORT reports that Mauricio Pochettino is open to returning to Spurs, but only once the World Cup wraps up.
Roberto De Zerbi has also been linked with the job following his exit from Marseille earlier this week.
Pochettino’s connection to Spurs is no secret, so it would not be a huge shock if he went back. But with relegation now a serious concern, the timing of any return would be far from straightforward.
Reflecting on Mauricio Pochettino’s stint at Chelsea
In his only season with the Blues, Pochettino guided the team from a 12th-place finish to a sixth-place spot, securing European qualification in the process.
Pochettino also played a key role in Cole Palmer’s rise and ended the campaign on a strong note with five straight wins. However, tensions behind the scenes never really eased. His push for more autonomy as head coach and his preference for specialised coaching staff clashed with BlueCo’s vision for a more centralised set-up.
Despite reaching the Carabao Cup final and making significant late progress, the Argentine manager left by mutual consent in May 2024. BlueCo sought a more data-driven approach aligned with their long-term vision.
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