Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich makes huge decision over new manager

CHELSEA owner Roman Abramovich is reportedly no longer interested in making Diego Simeone their next manager.

 

Diego Simeone has been a great success at Atletico

 

The Atletico Madrid manager has been among the names mentioned to take over at Stamford Bridge at the end of the season.

Italy boss Antonio Conte, Pep Guardiola, Jorge Sampaoli, Mark Hughes and Massimiliano Allegri have also all been linked as a long-term replacement for Jose Mourinho who was sacked in December.

But according to the Daily Mail, Simeone has "slipped off" Abramovich's wishlist.

 

It is claimed the Russian billionaire is not a fan of the style of play the Argentine has installed at Atletico.

Simeone has led the club to La Liga, Europa League and Copa del Rey success since taking over in 2011.

And Atletico president Enrique Cerezo is keen to keep hold of Simeone.

 

"We have a coach who has a winning culture," he said. 

"Simeone has offered us come incredible years. 

"The mood of everyone is that Diego continues with us. 

"He has a long-term contract, and for us he is very important."