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Kaiser backs Klinsmann claims

Franz Beckenbauer believes former Germany coach Jurgen Klinsmann should seize the chance to manage Chelsea if the opportunity arises.

Media reports have linked Klinsmann, 42, with Chelsea. Current boss Jose Mourinho is determined to see out his contract which has three years left to run.

Nevertheless Klinsmann has been linked with the Stamford Bridge job in the press and Beckenbauer told The Sun: "Jurgen and Chelsea fits but it won't work if he tries to commute. Nevertheless if the chance arises for Jurgen he should grab it."

He added: "At 42, he is a young man who can work at a top club. When Jurgen does a job he is engaging and energetic. He still enjoys great respect in England from his time at Tottenham."

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