Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has agreed a deal to become Chelsea manager for the start of next season, according to reports in Spain.
The eccentric Argentine boss has developed a reputation as one of Europe’s brighest coaches since arriving at the Vicente Calderon in 2011.
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Chelsea are determined to have a permanent manager in place shortly after the season ends and Spanish outlet OK Diario claims Simeone has told Atletico that he is leaving after agreeing a £9.28milllion-a-year deal to take over at Stamford Bridge.
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