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Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has reportedly told club officials that he will take over the managerial role at Chelsea in the summer.
The Spaniard had been a leading candidate for the Blues job following the sacking of Jose Mourinho in December.
According to OK Diario, the 45-year-old has already revealed to his backroom staff that he will replace interim boss Guus Hiddink at Stamford Bridge during the off-season.It is added that the West London giants have agreed to offer Simeone with wages in excess of £9m-a-year.
Chelsea have had a torrid season in the Premier League and currently find themselves in 12th place.
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