According to *The Times*, Chelsea have held preliminary discussions with Xabi Alonso and have also reached out to Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva. The outcome of the initial talks with Alonso is viewed as cautiously optimistic, though the search for a permanent successor to interim manager Roseneil is understood to be in its early stages. The west London club remains some way from securing their preferred candidate.
Chelsea are engaging with potential managerial targets and their representatives. The shortlist includes Alonso, departing Bournemouth boss Iraola, and Fulham manager Marco Silva. Former Chelsea defender and ex-Flamengo head coach Filipe Luís is also among the names being discussed internally, along with one other candidate who has not yet been publicly identified.