Sarri appointed Chelsea's new manager

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Last Updated : Jul 14 2018 | 3:50 PM IST

Maurizio Sarri has succeeded Antonio Conte as Chelsea manager on a three-year deal, the club announced on Saturday.

The 59-year-old former Napoli head coach becomes Roman Abramovich's ninth full-time manager in his 15 years as owner less than 24 hours after Conte parted company with the club he led to a league and FA Cup title.

Chelsea director Marina Granovskaia said: "We are delighted to welcome Maurizio and are looking forward to him bringing his football philosophy to Chelsea."
"He has plenty of experience in Serie A and the Champions League and we know he is relishing the chance to work in the Premier League."
She added: "He has plenty of experience in Serie A and the Champions League and we know he is relishing the chance to work in the Premier League."

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First Published: Jul 14 2018 | 3:50 PM IST

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