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#2 Laurent Blanc
Laurent Blanc was a name that was high on the list when Chelsea wanted a replacement for Antonio Conte. The former PSG manager has won 4 Ligue 1 and 2 French League Cups as well during his time at PSG and Bordeaux. Currently, Blanc is unemployed and was also a target for Manchester United before they appointed Ole Solskjær after sacking Jose Mourinho.
Financially speaking, he would be the most convenient option for Chelsea as he is currently unemployed. He also has a good record in winning league titles, as it was under his guidance that Bordeaux managed to win Ligue 1 in the 2008-09 season. He also has an excellent record internationally with the French National Team.
His style of play has been clearly influenced by Barcelona as he was himself a player at the Camp Nou. Blanc's style of football is based on possession, technically better players and freedom in the final third.
Given his experience, availability and Abramovich's desire for Chelsea to play stylish attacking football, he would be arguably the perfect replacement if Sarri is not there next season at Stamford Bridge.
