Mikel picks Filipe Luis over Fabregas for Chelsea role

Former Nigeria captain John Obi Mikel has ruled out Cesc Fàbregas as a candidate for the Chelsea managerial job, backing former team-mate Filipe Luís instead.

Chelsea are searching for a new manager following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior, with the club assessing options ahead of a permanent appointment.

Speaking on his Obi One Podcast, Mikel said Fàbregas may not yet be ready despite his progress at Italian side Como.

He said: “I think for me, it’d be too early for Fabregas.

“I like Fabregas and we can all see the success he’s having with Como in the Italian league, but I think it’s a bit too early.

“Give him a couple more seasons to establish himself and gain more experience.”

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Mikel instead pointed to Filipe Luís as the stronger option, citing the Brazilian’s work with Flamengo.

He said: “On Filipe Luis, he is a fantastic manager and his team played fantastic football in the Club World Cup and had an objective of how they wanted to play.

“There was a clear structure, playing with purpose, that’s how you know someone can become a top manager.

“Maybe he doesn’t have the experience right now, but from the job he did with Flamengo and the way his team plays, there is something to be excited about.

“There’s an expectation of what you feel you can achieve and that’s what I like about Filipe Luis.

“Maybe it’s too early, but of all the three managers mentioned, if they go with any of them, I’ll probably say Filipe Luis.”

Chelsea are currently under interim manager Calum McFarlane, with the club yet to decide on a permanent replacement as discussions continue behind the scenes.

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