Chelsea FC on Saturday confirmed the appointment of former Napoli Manager Maurizio Sarri to take over reigns from Antonio Conte. Through its official page, the London-based club announced that Sarri has signed a three-year deal. It was also revealed that former club legend Gianfranco Zola will be his assistant. Sarri has a distinguished football career that spreads over 13 years and he will be expected to restore some pride at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea finished 5th in the 2017/2018 English Premier League and billionaire owner Roman Abramovich will be looking to get back to the Champions League as well as bridge the gap between the blues and the Manchester clubs. Conte was sacked by Chelsea for his alienation of several players and it is also believed that the fact that he allowed star forward Diego Costa to depart played a significant part in their woes last season. During his time in Italy, Sarri managed several clubs but his time at Napoli brought him the most glory and last season he narrowly missed out on the Scudetto to eventual winners Juventus. Take a quick survey and help us improve our website! Take a survey His appointment will certainly make the EPL more competitive as it already boasts of having renowned managers like Jose Mourinho, Mauricio Pochettino, Unai Emery, Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola. Share this story<doc-sep>Don't wait around for updates - sign up for our daily football email newsletter today! Invalid Email Something went wrong, please try again later. Sign up Thank you for subscribing We have more newsletters Show me See our privacy notice It was football’s worst kept secret this summer, but Sarri was officially confirmed as new Blues manager today. The long-winded process - held up by Antonio Conte’s complicated departure - took a huge step in ending yesterday when the latter was sacked. Conte was awaiting dismissal in order to receive a hefty compensation bill from the club. And he finally has his wish. Chelsea released a brutally cold statement on their official website yesterday, consisting of a mere 65 words, confirming Conte’s departure. The statement read: “Chelsea Football Club and Antonio Conte have parted company. “During Antonio’s time at the club, we won our sixth league title and eighth FA Cup. In the title winning season, the club set a then-record 30 wins in a 38-game Premier League season, as well as a club-record 13 consecutive league victories. “We wish Antonio every success in his future career.” That move then set the wheels in motion for Sarri’s arrival. Starsport also understands the ex-Napoli manager’s former player, Jorginho, will become his first Blues signing today. CLICK THROUGH THE GALLERY ABOVE TO SEE MAURIZIO SARRI OFFICIALLY BEING UNVEILED AS THE NEW MANAGER OF CHELSEA TODAY.<doc-sep>Chelsea have confirmed the appointment of Maurizio Sarri as their new head coach with the Napoli midfielder Jorginho joining his former manager at Stamford Bridge after sealing his move. The midfielder has been unveiled by Chelsea after they agreed a fee of €57m (£50.4m). Jorginho has signed a five-year deal at the club, with Sarri agreeing a three-year contract to replace Antonio Conte. “I look forward to starting work and meeting the players on Monday ahead of travelling to Australia, where I will be able to get to know the squad and begin our match action,” Sarri told the club’s official website. “I hope we can provide some entertaining football for our fans, and that we will be competing for trophies at the end of the season, which is what this club deserves.” Jorginho has said he is “absolutely ecstatic” to have joined Chelsea. “It is not easy to become part of such a big team so I am very, very happy,” he said. “I am excited to play in such an intense league, for a team that gives everything to play and win.” The 26-year-old, born in Brazil and capped by Italy, arrived in London on Friday evening to complete his transfer. Manchester City had appeared favourites to sign the central midfielder, but Chelsea agreed a deal with Napoli for both player and manager. “We are delighted to welcome Maurizio and are looking forward to him bringing his football philosophy to Chelsea,” the club director Marina Granovskaia said. “Maurizio’s Napoli side played some of the most exciting football in Europe, impressing with their attacking approach and dynamism, and his coaching methods significantly improved the players at his disposal. “We are delighted Jorginho has chosen to join Chelsea. He was one of the most coveted midfielders in Europe and will become an important member of the squad.” Sarri replaced Conte, who left his job on Thursday. Chelsea confirmed Conte’s departure on Friday with a 52-word statement. Negotiations to release Sarri from his Napoli deal took some weeks to conclude. He was replaced there by Carlo Ancelotti in late May but was not released from his contract, forcing Chelsea to pay a fee to secure him. The London club legend Gianfranco Zola is set to be given a role to work alongside Sarri.<doc-sep>When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. How could Chelsea line up under Maurizio Sarri next season? Chelsea are set to appoint Maurizio Sarri as their new manager once Antonio Conte officially departs Stamford Bridge. The Blues have been on the verge of the switch for weeks, but a breakthrough finally appears to have taken place and Sarri is ready to begin life in West London. The former Napoli boss has had plenty of time to formulate his ideas for the team and potential transfer targets, but time is running out for him to complete deals. Summer deals must be concluded in less than a month due to the first early transfer window, but who will Sarri sign? Jorginho is the strongest link as things stand but it remains to be seen whether he can be swayed, with Manchester City also in the hunt. Take a look through the gallery to reveal a possible Chelsea dream team for 2018/19 with Maurizio Sarri in charge.<doc-sep>
The Blues are hoping that the 59-year-old Italian can bring his thrilling style of football to Stamford Bridge over the next three years Chelsea have confirmed Maurizio Sarri as their new head coach. The Italian has signed a three-year deal with the Stamford Bridge side and will replace Antonio Conte, who was sacked on Friday. Goal confirmed in May that he was closing in on a move to the Premier League side, with the delay due to a disagreement over the compensation that the Blues needed to pay Napoli to release him from his deal with the Serie A outfit. Chelsea are already a week into their pre-season training, but the 59-year-old is eager to get started in his new post. "I look forward to starting work and meeting the players on Monday ahead of travelling to Australia, where I will be able to get to know the squad and begin our match action," he told the club's official website. "I hope we can provide some entertaining football for our fans, and that we will be competing for trophies at the end of the season, which is what this club deserves." The Blues, meanwhile, are hopeful that he can employ an expansive brand of football to thrill supporters. Director Marina Granovskaia stated: "We are delighted to welcome Maurizio and are looking forward to him bringing his football philosophy to Chelsea. "Maurizio’s Napoli side played some of the most exciting football in Europe, impressing with their attacking approach and dynamism, and his coaching methods significantly improved the players at his disposal. "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." Jorginho is expected to follow the manager from the Serie A club, with Chelsea set to beat out Manchester City to the midfielder's signing. It is expected that he will cost £50 million ($66m). Article continues below Meanwhile, the Blues' saga with Conte may only just be beginning as the manager is poised to take legal action against the club in order to secure £9m in compensation for himself and his staff after he was dumped. Chelsea missed out on the Champions League last season last season, having finished fifth in the league, and as such face a battle to keep key figures, with Eden Hazard linked as a potential replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo at Real Madrid. With little over three weeks left in the transfer window and four until the first Premier League match of the 2018-19, Sarri cannot count on time as an ally.