Farioli bats away Chelsea and secures continuity at FC Porto | OneFootball

Following FC Porto’s victory over Estrela da Amadora, Francesco Farioli was asked about reports of Chelsea’s alleged interest and made it clear that he intends to stay at the blue-and-white club.

“Can you guarantee that you will stay after Chelsea’s interest? Yes, absolutely,” said the FC Porto coach. The statement was picked up by the French press, particularly Footmercato, which highlighted the former Nice and Ajax manager’s desire to remain with the Dragons.

It is worth recalling that, this weekend, Chelsea’s interest in Francesco Farioli had already been reported.

“Appointed Chelsea’s interim manager after Liam Rosenior’s dismissal, Calum McFarlane is nevertheless not expected to remain in charge of the Blues for long. Behind the scenes, several options are already being considered to succeed him, among them the name of Francesco Farioli, currently at FC Porto.

However, the former OGC Nice and Ajax Amsterdam coach was categorical after his team’s away win against Estrela da Amadora (1-2) this Sunday in the league: a departure is not on the table. “I am FC Porto’s coach and I am very happy to be here. Can you guarantee Porto’s fans that, even if you receive an enticing offer from Chelsea, you will stay at Porto? Yes, absolutely,” he said at the press conference

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