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'Sarri deserves another chance at Chelsea' - Leboeuf backs second season for Blues boss

A former defender at Stamford Bridge believes an Italian coach has done enough to stay on despite attracting criticism at times in his debut campaign

Maurizio Sarri “should have another chance” at Chelsea, says Frank Leboeuf, with the Italian having overcome criticism to secure a top-four finish and potential Europa League triumph.

Questions have been asked of the Premier League coaching debutant throughout his first year in English football.

‘Sarri-ball’ was initially embraced, but selection and tactical calls have bemused many at Stamford Bridge as the season has progressed.

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Chelsea have, however, graced the final of the Carabao Cup and could be in contention for more major silverware at the end of a continental charge.