Jason Cundy has shared his thoughts on the potential hiring of Ipswich Town’s Kieran McKenna as Chelsea’s new manager after Mauricio Pochettino stepped down.
McKenna, who has impressed with his work at Portman Road leading Ipswich to back-to-back promotions, is now being considered by the Blues to take over the reins. Cundy, however, views this potential appointment with skepticism due to McKenna’s lack of Premier League experience.
Despite acknowledging McKenna’s success at Ipswich, Cundy expressed concern over the manager’s ability to transition to the top-flight league. He pointed out that managing in the Championship is vastly different from managing in the Premier League, and cited Graham Potter’s struggles as an example.
McKenna’s achievements at Ipswich, where he led the team to promotion and a successful return to the Championship, have garnered interest from other clubs like Brighton and Manchester United. His track record as a youth coach and assistant manager at Old Trafford adds to his appeal as a potential top-tier manager.
As McKenna weighs his options, including a new contract offer from Ipswich, he faces a pivotal moment in his career. The allure of managing a club like Chelsea or Manchester United will surely be enticing, but the sentimental attachment to Ipswich and their ongoing journey to success may also play a significant role in his decision-making process. Ultimately, the choice between staying loyal to Ipswich or pursuing a new challenge in the Premier League will define McKenna’s next career move.
