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Porto boss Farioli gives strong response to Chelsea job links

Porto head coach Francesco Farioli has delivered a definitive blow to Chelsea’s search for a new manager by ruling himself out of the running for the Stamford Bridge vacancy. The Italian tactician is currently on the verge of securing the league title in Portugal and has no intention of abandoning his project at the Estadio do Dragao.

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Chelsea aren't done yet! Enzo keeps Blues' season alive

Manager-less Chelsea earned the right to salvage something from their waning season by battling past Leeds in the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley on Sunday, courtesy of Enzo Fernandez's first-half header. Interim head coach Calum McFarlane can now prepare to lead his side out against Manchester City in the showpiece in May.

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Calvert-Lewin ESCAPES red for Cucurella hair-pull

Dominic Calvert-Lewin found himself at the centre of a refereeing storm during Leeds United's FA Cup semi-final clash against Chelsea at Wembley. The striker appeared to pull the hair of Blues defender Marc Cucurella, yet escaped any formal punishment despite a lengthy VAR review. The incident comes just two weeks after Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez was sent off for the same offence on Calvert-Lewin in a Premier League clash against Leeds.

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Lampard addresses Chelsea links following Rosenior sacking

Frank Lampard has reaffirmed his commitment to Coventry City following suggestions he could be targeted for a sensational third stint at Chelsea. After leading the Sky Blues to the Championship title and Premier League promotion, the Blues legend insisted he is focused on his current success rather than the vacancy left by Liam Rosenior’s sacking.

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'Free to go' - Fabregas given green light to become next Chelsea boss

Como president Mirwan Suwarso has confirmed that Cesc Fabregas is "free to go" to Chelsea if he wishes to take over at Stamford Bridge. Following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior, the Blues have identified their former midfield star as a top target. Despite his stake in the Italian club, the path is now clear for Fabregas to return to West London.

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Cesc or Iraola the only options for manager-less Chelsea

In the wake of Liam Rosenior's all-too-predictable sacking, Chelsea's search for a new head coach could and perhaps should come down to a choice between two Spanish tacticians. Andoni Iraola and Cesc Fabregas are the two leading candidates for the role - a result of the fine work they have done at overachieving Bournemouth and Como, respectively. However, as the Blues' owners face a defining appointment of their turbulent reign, who would be the right choice?

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Spent £1.5bn to go backwards! Carragher savages Boehly & BlueCo

Jamie Carragher has launched a scathing attack on Chelsea's ownership, claiming the club has been transformed from a trophy-winning machine into a failed and expensive experiment. Writing in the wake of Liam Rosenior becoming the fifth permanent managerial casualty in four years, the pundit argues that the Blues now require new owners more than a new head coach.

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Chelsea urged to snub Fabregas & hire 'harsh' La Liga coach

Former Chelsea defender William Gallas has called on the club's hierarchy to appoint Diego Simeone as their next permanent head coach to end the ongoing crisis at Stamford Bridge. Following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior after just 106 days, Gallas believes only a disciplined leader can transform the current squad into a group of "warriors".

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Man City hold 'positive talks' over Maresca succeeding Pep

Manchester City have reportedly held "positive talks" over a move for former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca. With Pep Guardiola's future still the subject of intense speculation as he enters the final months of his current contract, the club management is beginning to formulate a succession plan that could see a familiar face return to the Etihad Stadium.

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Fabregas urged to steer clear of Chelsea 'nightmare'

Como boss Cesc Fabregas has emerged as a contender for the vacant managerial post at Chelsea, but he has been sternly warned to avoid the "nightmare" situation at his old club. Former Blues midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes the Spaniard should wait for a return to Barcelona rather than step into the chaos at Stamford Bridge.

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Lampard's links with Chelsea return addressed by Coventry owner

Coventry City owner Doug King believes Frank Lampard has finally found his "happy place" after leading the Sky Blues back to the Premier League. The Chelsea legend’s stock as a manager is at an all-time high after securing the Championship title, sparking inevitable talk of a third stint at Stamford Bridge following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior.

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Man City consider sensational move for Enzo Fernandez

Manchester City are reportedly weighing up a sensational summer move for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez. City are searching for reinforcements in the heart of the engine room and while Fernandez remains a key figure at Stamford Bridge, the club's interest could test Chelsea's resolve during the upcoming transfer window.

Frequently asked questions

Initially founded as Sunderland and District Teachers A.F.C. in 1879, the club was renamed to Sunderland A.F.C. in October 1880. The club turned professional a decade later, when it joined The Football League ahead of the 1890-91 campaign.

Kyril Louis-Dreyfus (64% stake) and Juan Sartori (36% stake) are the co-owners of Sunderland. The former first acquired shares in February 2021, joining the latter who has been associated with the club since 2018.

Sunderland's home stadium is known as The Stadium of Light, which replaced the iconic Roker Park in 1997. Roker Park served as Sunderland's home ground for almost a century, from 1898 to 1997.

The Stadium of Light has a capacity of 49,000, making it England's ninth-largest football stadium.

Sunderland have won a total of nine trophies, which includes six top-flight titles as well as two FA Cups.

Sunderland have clinched the English top-flight title on six occasions. Their first win came in the 1891-92 season, while they haven't won a single league title since going all the way at the end of the 1935-36 campaign.

Former English goalkeeper Jimmy Montgomery holds the record for making the most appearances in Sunderland history. Montgomery made 627 appearances between 1960 and 1977 and was a part of the Sunderland team that won the 1973 FA Cup.

The Sunderland faithful will never forget the contributions of legendary striker Bobby Gurney, who churned out 228 goals in 390 appearances in what is a club record.

Charlie Hurley, Simon Mignolet, John O'Shea, Jordan Pickford, Jermain Defoe, Bobby Kerr, and Jimmy Montgomery are among the most prominent players to have donned the Sunderland shirt.

Bob Kyle, Roy Keane, and Sam Allardyce are among Sunderland's most famous managers.

Previously known as The Rokermen when they played at Roker Park, Sunderland are now officially nicknamed The Black Cats based on 10,000 votes cast by the supporters through the official magazine in 2000. The nickname originates from the names of battery guns which protected the mouth of the River Wear in the 18th century.