Chelsea and Manchester United are connected It is anticipated that Kieran McKenna would agree to a new deal and guide Ipswich Town into their inaugural season in the English Premier League.
Many of the best teams in the world have taken note of McKenna, 38, after he led Ipswich earn straight promotions against all odds.
The League Managers Association named him Manager of the Year, and he did, having brought Ipswich back into the English premier league after a 22-year hiatus.
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Additionally, it has been reported that McKenna is in advanced negotiations to sign a new contract that would allow him to stay at Portman Road and rise to the position of one of the division’s highest-paid managers.
Enzo Maresca of Leicester City will take over as Chelsea’s new manager in the meantime.
It is believed that Maresca, who guided Leicester to the Sky Bet Championship, and Thomas Frank of Brentford were both on McKenna’s three-person shortlist for the Chelsea position.
In addition, McKenna has been linked to Erik ten Hag’s post at Brighton and the open position there, even though the Dutchman’s future is still up in the air despite his team’s triumph in the FA Cup final on Saturday.
On the other hand, Ipswich fans should feel a big boost because their manager is expected to reiterate his dedication to the team.
He has a contract that expires in 2027.