Nigeria, May 12 -- In light of recent uncertainty in the dugout, Chelsea's management is considering a number of high-profile candidates, with Iraola standing out among the frontrunners after guiding Bournemouth to a great season that has brought the club to the edge of European qualification, The News Chronicle reports.

Reports say the Spaniard recently spoke with Chelsea officials, while former Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso and Fulham manager Marco Silva are also being closely watched.

Alonso is believed to be highly regarded under Chelsea's ownership structure, given his tactical awareness and ability to work with young talent.

Despite the growing speculation, Iraola has stayed unfazed about his future and stresses that his ...