Chelsea chiefs are aggressively pursuing former Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane.
The Sun says talks among Chelsea’s top brass have led to Zidane becoming the No 1 candidate to take charge should Maurizio Sarri be moved on.
The Blues would want the French legend to take charge imminently if they decide to sack Sarri now.
Chelsea is drawn to the fact Zidane boasts three Champions League triumphs in three years during his time with Real Madrid as manager.
But any attempt to land Zidane now may prove difficult with the Frenchman currently on a sabbatical.
Zidane is thought to be keen on taking a job in the Premier League but does not entertain the idea of joining a team halfway through the season.
