With a big game such as Arsenal vs Man City coming up on Monday, distraction is one thing manager Manuel Pellegrini could do without leading up to the tie.
However, the Chilean boss’ mind could be somewhere else during the Emirates Stadium trip, as rumors claim that the Citizens manager has emerged as a target for London giants Chelsea.
The Blues had recently sacked Jose Mourinho after leading the reigning English Premier League holders to 9 defeats in their opening 16 games, as they sit a point adrift of the relegation zone.
Guud Hiddink was appointed interim manager, and watched as Chelsea steamrolled past Sunderland 3-1 in their first game since The Special One’s exit, though many believe the Dutch tactician is merely a temporary fix.
Diego Simeone is the number one target for Russian owner Roman Abramovic, but the Argentine is under contract until 2020, with the Atletico Madrid boss’ difficulties speaking English a key worry to Roman.
Pellegrini, despite being 62 years old, is not planning on retiring anytime soon, and is keen on one more adventure before possibly taking over La Roja.
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With Pep Guardiola all but set to take over Man City in the summer upon leaving Bayern Munich, this means an Etihad exit for the Chilean is all but guaranteed, paving the way for a Stamford Bridge switch.
