Reports in England claim Chelsea want to gauge the feelings of senior players of the club before a decision is taken over Maurizio Sarri’s future at Stamford Bridge.
Despite finishing third, and reaching the Europa League final, Sarri is not guaranteed to keep his job ahead of next season following a tumultuous season.
And the Stamford Bridge club, according to the Daily Mail, want to assess the harmony within the first team dressing before deciding whether to replace their manager.
Even though Chelsea’s results have improved significantly towards the latter weeks of the season, there are concerns that Sarri’s methods are causing consternation within the senior squad.
Players have held doubts over Sarri’s tactical approach, while some members of the squad have found his sessions monotonous.
The report adds that Sarri’s treatment of captain and loyal club servant Gary Cahill has also irked certain players.
The former England international, who has won seven major trophies in eight season at Stamford Bridge, has been marginalised by Sarri this season.
Chelsea have judged the relationship between players and manager to help determined the futures of previous bosses.
Jose Mourinho was sacked in December 2015, then technical director Michael Emenalo citing a ‘palpable discord between manager and players’.
Chelsea officials are also aware of a disconnect between Sarri and large sections of the club’s supporters, who have been quick to turn on the Italian at various junctures this season.
Lifting the Europa League in Baku on Wednesday could strengthen Sarri’s claim to remain Blues manager next season.