Q&A: What next for Chelsea and departing head coach Mauricio Pochettino?

Pochettino has left his role after just one season.

Published May 22

Last updated May 22

Chelsea are searching for a new head coach following the departure of Mauricio Pochettino by mutual consent.

The Argentinian led the Blues to the Carabao Cup final and European qualification via a sixth-placed Premier League finish during 11 months in the role.

Here, the PA news agency takes a closer look at the situation at Stamford Bridge.

Why has Pochettino left?

Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly, pictured, had spoken positively about Mauricio Pochettino's work — Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly, pictured, had spoken positively about Mauricio Pochettino’s work (Adam Davy/PA)

How did the former Tottenham and Paris St Germain boss perform?

Cole Palmer proved a smart signing (John Walton/PA).

What went wrong for Pochettino?

Chelsea's 5-0 defeat at Arsenal in April was their only loss in their final 15 Premier League games under Mauricio Pochettino — Chelsea’s 5-0 defeat at Arsenal in April was their only loss in their final 15 Premier League games under Mauricio Pochettino (Nick Potts/PA)

What next for Chelsea?

Kieran McKenna, centre, has guided Ipswich into the Premier League with back-to-back promotions (Gareth Fuller/PA)

What next for Pochettino?

Could Mauricio Pochettino, left, replace Erik ten Hag at Manchester United? (Mike Egerton/PA)