Blues in negotiations with McKenna as potential replacement for Pochettino

Chelsea is actively searching for a replacement for Mauricio Pochettino and hopes to make a quick appointment. They have identified a shortlist of candidates and are in talks with Kieran McKenna’s representatives about the possibility of the 38-year-old becoming their new manager. Ipswich has offered McKenna a new contract in an attempt to keep him amid interest from Chelsea, Manchester United, and Brighton.

Leicester City is prepared for an approach from Chelsea for manager Enzo Maresca. Napoli and Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen is expected to turn down offers from PSG and Saudi Arabian clubs in favor of a move to Chelsea. Despite interest from Chelsea, England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is likely to stay with Everton.

Benjamin Sesko, a forward from Slovenia, who is being watched by Chelsea and Arsenal, will make a decision before the Euros on whether he wants to stay at RB Leipzig or move on. For more transfer news, check out Thursday’s full gossip column.