Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterChelseas search for a new manager has begun following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior, just 106 days into a six-year contract.There was an immediate upturn for the Blues, who beat Leeds United in the FA Cup semi-final under the guidance of caretaker Calum McFarlane.But the priority now will be to find a permanent replacement for Rosenior, and one capable of lasting longer than a few months. You may like Chelsea ownership reach decision on Liam Rosenior's future, following poor form: report The level of scrutiny and criticism will be the main difference for Liam at Chelsea. This is the big league and everyone is watching David Prutton on Liam Roseniors Chelsea biggest challenge Chelsea in sensational swoop to bring back Antonio Conte: report Silva on Chelsea's radarFulham manager Marco Silva is by now a well-established Premier League head coach, having had spells with Hull City, Watford and Everton before his move to Craven Cottage.The Portuguese has done a particularly good job with Fulham, taking them to the Championship title in 2021/22 and then helping them become an established Premier League side, all while playing free-flowing attacking football.It is no surprise, then, that Chelsea are interested in taking Silva from their neighbours, with his contract set to expire in the summer.According to journalist Ben Jacobs, Silva is a 'genuine contender' for the Chelsea job, although the club are expected to 'speak to several managers' in a 'thorough process'.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.Silva, 48, had spells with Sporting in Portugal and Greek giants Olympiacos prior to his move to England to join Hull in 2017.Chelsea will hope his experience thus far translates well to a job that undoubtedly comes with more pressure and expectation.But Silva is not the only candidate from a smaller Premier League club. Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola, who confirmed earlier this month that he will leave at the end of the season, is also on Chelseas radar.It remains to be seen where the Spaniard will go next, but a move to Stamford Bridge would certainly represent a step forward in his career.Iraola has guided Bournemouth to a 14-match unbeaten run in the Premier League, the longest current run of any club in Europes top five divisions.In FourFourTwos view, both Silva and Iraola would be sensible appointments on paper for Chelsea, with the former perhaps a slightly safer bet than the more tactically high-risk Bournemouth head coach.Get VIP Premier League tickets HERE with Seat UniqueFor a die-hard fan, Seat Unique is a shortcut to those sold-out, high-stakes Premier League matches that usually feel out of reach without years of loyalty points. By partnering directly with clubs like Manchester United, Spurs, and Everton, they provide 100% official, guaranteed entry without the red tape of memberships or ballots. Its a secure way to bypass the resale lottery and walk straight into the ground with a prime view, making those "once-in-a-lifetime" derbies actually doable.View DealTOPICSMarco SilvaChelseaFulhamPremier LeagueCallum Rice-CoatesCallum is a football writer who has had work published by the likes of BBC Sport, the Independent, BT Sport and the Blizzard, amongst various others. A lifelong Wrexham fan, he is hoping Ryan Reynolds can lead his hometown club to the promised land.
