That's a first

For the first time since I started compiling transfer rumours, I've got a manager rumour on my hands! The London Evening Standard includes it in their coverage of Chelsea's flirt with Guus Hiddink. And yes, it's the previous Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti it's all about.

In this story, the Standard quotes Ancelotti as 'taking a break from management' and not seeking employment 'until next year'.

'The news is sure to put Tottenham and Arsenal on alert with the long-term futures of Harry Redknapp and Arsène Wenger respectively in doubt,' the Standard further reports. Or speculates, as it were.

That's all I need. This is just the sillyness this blog was invented for.