Following the dismissal of Graham Potter last Sunday, Chelsea is actively searching for a new head coach to lead the bench. Among the names circulating in the talks, former Barcelona manager and ex‑Spain boss Luis Enrique stands out as a strong option. The Asturian strategist is expected to be in British territory to advance discussions, a development reported by British outlets such as The Sun.
However, Enrique is not the sole candidate Chelsea is weighing as they seek to revive their project. Two other high‑profile figures are on the table: Frank Lampard, a club legend who previously led the team from 2019 to 2021, and Julian Nagelsmann, who recently parted ways with Bayern Munich. Multiple UK media outlets indicate that talks are active with all three candidates, with Enrique traveling to the capital on Wednesday to meet Chelsea owner Todd Boehly and intensify negotiations. (CITED: The Sun)
Luis Enrique has publicly expressed a desire to coach in the Premier League. In recent days he confirmed his interest in the English top flight and his intention to partner Chelsea through a project backed by U.S. ownership. He noted his enthusiasm for the Premier League and his habit of following English football closely, telling reporters that he watches more English leagues than Spain. (CITED: The Sun)
Chelsea’s path toward the next phase includes a critical Champions League fixture against Real Madrid in the quarterfinals. The first leg is scheduled to be played at the Bernabéu, with Chelsea aiming to have their new coach ready to lead the side for the decisive stages of the competition. The ongoing negotiations are being conducted with a view to aligning leadership with the club’s strategic aims in both domestic and European competitions. (CITED: The Sun)