Chelsea chiefs are currently facing a challenging task of identifying a suitable candidate to replace Pochettino, following his confirmation of departure on Tuesday night. The club has expressed its determination to continue progressing in the Premier League and Europe in the future. In addition to Pochettino, his backroom team comprising Jesus Perez, Miguel d’Agostino, Toni Jimenez, and Sebastiano Pochettino have also left Stamford Bridge.

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