Chelsea legend John Terry has been backed as the perfect candidate to manage the Blues, according to Bilal Sayoud, a player who currently plays under Terry in the Baller League. Sayoud, a lifelong Chelsea supporter and top scorer for Terry's 26ers, believes the former England captain has the qualities to reunite the club's fanbase.
Speaking after the 26ers narrowly missed out on the Baller League's final-four play-offs, Sayoud told Mirror Football: 'I think it's no secret that one of his dreams is to manage Chelsea. ... maybe he's perfect for what Chelsea needs right now, to unite the fan base and the club.' He highlighted Terry's commitment, adding that after games Terry does not sleep and remains fiercely competitive.
Terry, however, has downplayed any immediate move into senior management, having been overlooked for EFL roles. He currently works with Chelsea's academy and manages the 26ers in the Baller League, a hybrid competition featuring former professionals and influencers.
Chelsea have already changed managers this season, replacing Enzo Maresca with Liam Rosenior. Sayoud admitted he knows little about Rosenior but stressed the importance of reconnecting the fans with the club, saying: 'The main thing is, forget the manager and the ownership ... the fan base needs to be connected with the club again.'
Despite the Blues' recent instability, Sayoud remains impressed by Terry's leadership, noting that running a winning dressing room for two decades should count for something. The Baller League's final four will air live for free on 11 January.
