Chelsea are reportedly set to appoint Leicester boss Enzo Maresca as Mauricio Pochettino’s successor.
The Italian manager is open to joining Chelsea despite earning promotion with the Foxes to the Premier League last season.
Mail Sport reported last week that Chelsea had begun holding formal interviews with candidates, and multiple sources claim Maresca is the leading contender to replace Pochettino, who left the club last week.
Now, it has been reported that Maresca is the preferred choice, and Chelsea have asked Leicester for permission to speak with the 44-year-old.
An appointment could be made in the next few days if an agreement is reached with Leicester over compensation. Chelsea are willing to pay, with a fee of around £10m expected.
