Chelsea are eyeing Napoli manager Luciano Spalletti as a potential replacement for Graham Potter, according to a report.
The Lowdown: Potter's future in doubt
Potter replaced Thomas Tuchel as Chelsea manager at the beginning of September, however his tenure at the club has been less than impressive so far, with it recently emerging that the club are considering sacking him if results don't improve.
The Blues have been linked with a move for former Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane, while Jose Mourinho has also been talked up as a candidate for the job, should he be willing to leave A.S Roma, however another Serie A manager has now entered the frame...
The Latest: Spalletti considered...
According to a report from Il Mattino, Chelsea have now started to set their sights on Spalletti, although they may have to move swiftly if they want to secure his services, given the level of interest.
It is stated that fellow Premier League clubs Tottenham Hotspur, Everton and even Liverpool could be potential destinations for the Italian, who will not be short of offers after his success at Napoli.
The Verdict: Get it done?
Potter appears to be on very thin ice at Chelsea, after winning just nine of the 23 Premier League games he has managed since taking over earlier this season, and upcoming matches could be vital for his future.
The Blues face a tough test away against rivals Tottenham on Sunday, and the second leg of their Champions League round of 16 match against Borussia Dortmund is pencilled in at the start of March.
Spalletti, who has been hailed as a 'genius' by the media, is unlikely to be available until the summer, as he will probably want to win the Serie A with Napoli before considering his future, and so Todd Boehly should give his current manager a few more games to save his job.
However, if results do not improve, then the Italian, who was won eight trophies in his managerial career, would be an excellent replacement, and his play-style would get fans off their seats, most often utilising an attacking 4-3-3 formation.