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And now all Mauricio Pochettino can do is wait for his phone to ring. It wasn't long after the final whistle of Chelsea's season that the focus turned back to what will happen to the club's manager.
That his performance during his first year at Stamford Bridge will be subject to a review by the club's hierarchy is a no-brainer.
The outcome of the ratings will determine whether Pochettino, who has guided his club to sixth place and achieved qualification for European competition, will extend his stay for a second season.
In classic Chelsea fashion, uncertainty reigns.
The manager dismissed the news as not trivial in his press conference after the 2-1 win over Bournemouth having shared dinner with chairman Todd Boehly on Friday.
"It was a very nice dinner together. Look, my staff is flying home tomorrow, (unless) tonight they decide something else or tell us to stay. I'm staying a few more days in London. My door is open and my phone will be on," he said.
Who is conducting the review?
It will be led by co-sporting directors Winstanley and Stewart, but everyone will be involved – including key members of ownership. In this regard, it is worth remembering that it is the representatives of Clearlake Capital who are most influential in the way things go at Chelsea.
One of the other voices consulted will be head of performance Bryce Kavanagh, who has quickly become a trusted figure in the coaching field since being hired by the Football Association.
Pochettino himself will not be ignored either. He will be given the opportunity to air his views and discuss his thoughts on the future.
What are the possible outcomes?
There are three possible scenarios. First, the 12-month option on Pochettino's existing contract could be activated, tying him to the summer of 2026. Alternatively, the board could offer the coach a contract extension beyond 2026.
Of course, with Chelsea taking part in the FIFA Club World Cup in June 2025, the hierarchy will want to avoid the possibility of the manager's deal coming to an end while they are taking part in a major competition. The third scenario is a parting of the ways.
When will the review take place?
The club expects this to happen within days rather than weeks – the situation needs to be clarified sooner rather than later. Chelsea want to continue with their plans for next season, some of which Pochettino has already helped shape./ TheAthletic
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