Chelsea deny planning to replace Mourinho

CHELSEA have reiterated their support for manager Jose Mourinho and refuted reports they have drawn up a list of possible replacements for the Portuguese.

Reports had linked Italy’s World Cup-winning coach Marcello Lippi with a possible move to Stamford Bridge.

Lippi has a hugely successful track record, having won the Champions League and several Serie A titles with Juventus, and is enjoying some time off following last summer’s success in Germany.