Hiddink hints at return to Chelsea

TURKEY coach Guus Hiddink has heightened speculation of a possible return to Chelsea by insisting a club role is “more preferable”.

The Dutch tactician, who had a successful five-month stint in charge of Chelsea two years ago, is one of the favourites to take over from Carlo Ancelotti, who was sacked this month.

Hiddink has previously managed Australia and PSV Eindhoven at the same time, as well as Russia and Chelsea, and says he would prefer the tempo of a club role to a national coaching job.

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