Guus Hiddink edges closer to Chelsea return

Guus Hiddink has edged towards a second stint as interim manager at Chelsea after holding talks with Stamford Bridge bosses.

The 69-year-old Dutch boss arrived in London yesterday to meet with Chelsea chiefs over a short-term role to replace Jose Mourinho.

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich arrived at the club’s Cobham base yesterday, observing training but also overseeing negotiations with former Netherlands manager Hiddink.