Mancini leaves Inter as speculation mounts over Chelsea position - Sport - Evening Standard
       

Mancini leaves Inter as speculation mounts over Chelsea position

Inter Milan have finally confirmed that coach Roberto Mancini has been relieved of his duties - freeing him up for a possible approach from managerless Chelsea.

The Nerazzurri revealed the news in a statement on their website, adding Mancini's announcement in the wake of their Champions League defeat to Liverpool on March 11 that he would step down at the end of the season had been a crucial factor.

Mancini reversed his decision 24 hours later and went on to lead Inter to their third straight Serie A title, but after much speculation his departure was confirmed on Thursday evening.

Inter Milan coach Roberto Mancini sits on the bench before the Italian Cup soccer final match against AS Roma at the Olympic stadium

Inter Milan coach Roberto Mancini sits on the bench before the Italian Cup soccer final match against AS Roma at the Olympic stadium

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