Diego Simeone to take over as the next Chelsea manager?

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich reportedly wants Diego Simeone to take over as manager next season.

The Blues are currently managed by Rafa Benitez, who inked a deal until the end of the campaign last month.

However, according to The Mirror, Abramovich is keen to appoint the Atletico Madrid coach after watching him maintain a sustained title challenge in La Liga with the Rojiblancos this season.

The Russian is also a keen admirer of Atleti striker Radamel Falcao and a move for Simeone could tempt the Colombian to leave Vicente Calderon for Stamford Bridge.