Chelsea name Conte as new head coach

The former Juventus boss will take up appointment after European Championship in France


Reuters April 04, 2016
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LONDON: Italian Antonio Conte was named as Chelsea's new head coach with a three-year contract, the outgoing Premier League champions announced on Monday.

Conte, 46, currently the head coach of Italy, will take up the appointment after the June 10-July 10 European Championship in France.



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He will replace interim manager Guus Hiddink, who is leaving the club at the end of the season.