Sevilla boss Jorge Sampaoli has revealed he was in talks with Chelsea over the summer about becoming the new man in the hot seat at Stamford Bridge, only for the Blues to opt for Antonio Conte.
Chelsea entertained the idea of bringing in Sampaoli as permanent successor to Jose Mourinho, but cancelled plans after learning of the availability of Italy legend Antonio Conte following the conclusion of Euro 2016.
But Sampaoli, who guided Chile to silverware in the 2015 Copa America, admits he has no regrets over not being given the role in London after now flourishing and making a big impression in La Liga.