Chelsea ‘seriously’ consider re-hiring former manager after praising Todd Boehly

Chelsea are weighing up a sensational return for Antonio Conte, with the hierarchy considering the title-winning Italian as the prime candidate to restore order at Stamford Bridge.

Antonio Conte remains a legendary figure at Chelsea, having secured the Premier League title in 2017 and the FA Cup in 2018.

And, despite his departure eight years ago, his stock remains high after delivering a Scudetto to Napoli.

Currently, Conte finds himself at the centre of a tug-of-war, while he is the primary target to replace Gennaro Gattuso as Italy manager following their failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

With Chelsea currently in disarray under interim boss Calum McFarlane following Liam Rosenior’s dismissal, the hierarchy is desperate for a proven winner.

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Chelsea want to bring back Antonio Conte

Calciomercato IT are reporting that Conte finds himself in an uncertain situation at Napoli.

There are doubts whether his demands to restructure the squad can be met by president Aurelio de Laurentiis. A meeting at the end of the season will dictate everything.

It is also claimed that Chelsea have a crazy idea to bring Conte back to Stamford Bridge to try and take advantage of Italy not hiring him yet.

It is being seriously considered by the Blues.

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What Antonio Conte would bring to Chelsea

Antonio Conte would bring an immediate injection of discipline and identity to a Chelsea squad currently criticised for its lack of leadership and effort.

Known for his trademark 3-4-2-1 system, Conte demands suffering and total commitment, which would directly address the team’s shameful 2025-26 record of being outrun in most Premier League matches.

And Conte has already given Todd Boehly and co praise for his efforts at Chelsea.

“We won the Premier League in the first year, losing the FA Cup final. In the following season we won it. I want to thank coach Abramovich. Together with Marina they allowed me to have my first experience abroad.

“It was a wonderful experience. Now Chelsea is continuing to have the same winning mentality, the same desire to win. They buy young and important players. They are building something important for the future.“