Recent Announcement! Pochettino: “i Am Not Going to Name a New Captain Before Liverpool. You Should Know so You Don't Ask Me at Every Press Conference. I Need to Assess First and Get the Decision Right

 Mauricio Pochettino has been unveiled as the new Soccer Aid World XI manager ahead of the annual charity match at Old Trafford on Sunday June 11. The former Tottenham boss has been heavily linked with filling the vacant head coach position at Stamford Bridge for a while now, and Chelsea supporters have been teased by the announcement.

It's believed that the 51-year-old will be in London to sign the contract this week and tie up any loose ends. Pochettino is expected to sign a three-year contract with Chelsea – and that is still the case.

While the reason for the delay is unknown, football. London understands that there is nothing to be worried about and, ultimately, it's up to Chelsea as a club when they announce the Argentine's arrival. His recent unveiling as the new Soccer Aid World XI could explain the slight hold-up.