Chelsea to approach Manuel Pellegrini?

Manuel Pellegrini is considered as the front-runner to take over the head coach role at Chelsea in the summer.

The Chilean manager is expected to step out of Manchester City at the end of the season, with Pep Guardiola already announced as his successor.

Reports now reveal that the Blues' hierarchy are well aware of the 62-year-old's availability, and will seek to tempt him for the managerial post in the coming months.

Chelsea have fared well in the Premier League under the guidance of interim boss Guus Hiddink.

The Blues are currently 14th in the league standings following a run of five league games without a defeat.