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Why Filipe Luis was blocked from replacing Enzo Maresca and why he could still be on way to England, what Liam Rosenior hire means for Blues' January transfer plans and the fringe player set for starring role under new boss

Filipe Luis was floated as a contender to become Chelsea’s new head coach, but any apparent attempts at hiring the Flamengo boss were doomed to fail.

It was after Confidential asked contacts close to both Luis and Flamengo whether he would be allowed to speak with Chelsea that we were told why he was not a realistic candidate to replace Enzo Maresca, after the Italian's exit on New Year's Day.