Francesco Farioli gives strong response to Chelsea job links as Porto close in on league title

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. The Blues are looking for a new boss following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior, and Farioli is reportedly one of the names on their shortlist. Chelsea’s sporting directors have been evaluating several high-profile candidates to lead the squad next sea... [2289 chars]