The Godfather 70,781 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 Chelsea are expected to confirm the permanent appointment of Roberto Di Matteo as manager this week. The Italian's representatives spent the weekend in talks with Chelsea officials and the 41-year-old has been assured he is the man Roman Abramovich wants. Di Matteo has agreed to accept the position in principle and the remaining contractual issues are expected to be ironed out this week. The former West Brom manager returns from a family holiday on Wednesday. It is thought Chelsea are likely to wait until Di Matteo is back in London before making an official announcement. Di Matteo was appointed interim coach following the sacking of Andre Villas-Boas in March. He led Chelsea to a historic Champions League triumph over Bayern Munich last month and also lifted the FA Cup as he lost just three out of 21 matches to restore much-needed pride to Stamford Bridge. Di Matteo's case was strengthened by the willingness of the senior players to see him handed the chance to build on last season's triumphs. One issue that remains unresolved, however, is the length of the contract. Di Matteo had expressed a reluctance to accept a short-term deal, fearing it would affect his authority at the club and his ability to make long-term decisions. It is now thought the most likely scenario will see both parties agree to a longer contract with a clause that would allow either to break it after 12 months. Di Matteo's case was strengthened by the willingness of the senior players to see him handed the chance to build on last season's triumphs.My link Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueballss 2,951 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 right decision Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Godfather 70,781 Posted June 10, 2012 Author Share Posted June 10, 2012 1 Year deal to me seems they are holding out for Pep next year if RDM does not do well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplythebest 11,453 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 Doesn't sound like he'll last long. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Godfather 70,781 Posted June 10, 2012 Author Share Posted June 10, 2012 Doesn't sound like he'll last long.Agree.He did do amazingly well getting them to the CL final and winning it but RA wants total football at Chelsea and has already spent big bringing in Hazard so unless he gets them challenging for top spot in the EPL he will be gone pretty quickly imo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wearethemighty 186 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 RDM shouldve left after guiding them to the CL. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wearethepeople1 3,897 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 First mistake he will be out the door, unfortunately But he had to be given a chance after this seasons heroics Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh_capet 341 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 One year! I'd be telling them to fuck off if I was him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
broxibear87 129 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 RDM shouldve left after guiding them to the CL.Agree, he should have retired after that! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Right_To_Censor 1,951 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 never spent 1 penny, won them the champions league, countless managers have spent big, tried to win it and failed, along comes a guy mid way through the season pissing all over previous managers work and showing them how its done, may not have been pretty to watch but it was successful Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEE 4,880 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 I put 100 quid on him at 5/4 - hope this is true. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyCR1 1,490 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 Managers need at least 2 years IMO, sacking managers half way through seasons constantly is a joke Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterD 7,430 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 Gone by Christmas. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creampuff 22,628 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 I put 100 quid on him at 5/4 - hope this is true.He's 1/5 best odds now Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueSuedeSambas 53,548 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 The one year thing isn't that big a deal considering he worked under a 1 year contract at MK Dons & then a 1 year rolling deal at WBA too.Maybe that's just how he likes to work. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Jela 20,017 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Probably the right deal, I can't see it working out though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AW-WATP 112 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 I got him at 9/2 after the Napoli game! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creampuff 22,628 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Drifted as far as 11/8 this week. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilliamFyfe 1,438 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Good choice if this goes threw, still don't think they really want him Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz92 966 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Good luck to him, I'm still sure Abramovich won't stop until he gets Guardiola though, perhaps he thinks he'll have had enough of a break from the game after a year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Jela 20,017 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Good choice if this goes threw, still don't think they really want himThis. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 Guardiola RDM can actually manage rather than encourage, would much rather he be given a larger contract. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
don1972 490 Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 i think one season then hes oot the door.................................... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEE 4,880 Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 He's 1/5 best odds now That's good I'm broke as a joke right now so would take the £100 now Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Godfather 70,781 Posted June 12, 2012 Author Share Posted June 12, 2012 Guardiola RDM can actually manage rather than encourage, would much rather he be given a larger contract.In terms of managers and length of contract I think this is the best thing for Chelsea considering they shed out millions every season they sack one of these managers on 4 or 5 years deals. From what I understand there is a clause to extend the deal if all goes well but can separate at the end of the year is up if not. I really just think this is to give Pep the break and then try to go in for him after next season….though I doubt they will get him as I have a feeling he will go back to Barca. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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