| Chelsea to overlook Grant?
Reports are suggesting that new Chelsea boss Avram Grant will not be in his position for much longer. The BBC are reporting that Chelsea have requested to speak with Dutch national coach Marco van Basten. It should be noted that even though Grant has been announced as the Chelsea boss, he has not signed a contract to do so.
I think Chelsea are worried that Grant won't get the backing from other clubs in regards to special dispensation to coach in the league, since he does not have the UEFA Pro licence. Manchester United have already publicly announced they would not support such an idea (they also opposed a similar situation when Gareth Southgate & Glenn Roder were appointed managers of Middlesbrough and Newcastle respectively).
Also a move for Van Basten would be seen as a more favourable move with the fans and the players. I seem to think they dislike Grant because he 'stabbed' Mourinho in the back and took his job. With a new face coming in, it would bring fresh ideas, and a fresh start with the fans. Just my opinion though. |